Why does the IRS need to be armed? This is exactly the point of the Second Amendment.
In recent news, the increased weapon purchases by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have raised concerns on Capitol Hill. Rep. Stephanie Bice, R-Okla., expressed her unease in a letter to IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel.
Rep. Bice highlighted the the agency’s significant weaponry and tactical gear spending, an unusual move for a civilian agency dedicated to taxpayer service and fair law enforcement. She voiced concern over the IRS’s growing militarization.
A recent watchdog report stated that the IRS spent nearly $10 million on weapon stockpiling, ammunition, and gear since 2020. The purchases included ballistic helmets, optical sights, and tactical lighting, amongst other items.
By Larry Z