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Billy Long faces scrutiny over recent donations

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Billy Long, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the IRS, is facing scrutiny over campaign contributions he received shortly after the nomination.

Long, a former member of Congress from Missouri, reportedly received $137,000 in donations in January after Trump announced his selection lead the IRS in December. Long then paid $130,000 in debt from his unsuccessful 2022 U.S. Senate campaign, according to the Missouri Independent.

Long’s appointment to head the IRS awaits Senate confirmation.

Read more from the Missouri Independent.

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