Fraudsters steal up to $300 billion from IRS each year

The IRS is a prime target for fraudsters, who bilk the tax agency out of as much as $300 billion a year in refunds or underpayments on taxes owed, according to a new analysis by Congress's top watchdog.

Fraudsters steal up to $300 billion from IRS each year

TL;DR

  • The IRS is a prime target for fraudsters.
  • Fraudsters bilk the tax agency out of as much as $300 billion annually.
  • Losses occur through fraudulent refunds or underpayments on taxes owed.
  • This information is based on a new analysis by Congress's top watchdog.