How the IRS’ crime-fighting force took on immigration and other issues in 2025
December 11, 2025
The IRS Criminal Investigations unit is doing more than just cracking down on tax evaders. This year, its agents were deployed to help with immigration enforcement as well as National Guard deployments in two Democratic-led cities. IRS Criminal Investigations Chief Guy Ficco spoke to The Associated Press about the agency’s work. He described his workforce as “resilient” despite a 10% cut to personnel in 2025. The agency has shifted resources from tax evasion to other tasks.