IRS Faces Scrutiny Over Alleged Retaliation Against Whistleblower in Hunter Biden Case

House Republicans demand immediate action and accountability from the IRS and the Office of Special Counsel following claims of retaliation against Gary Shapley.

Gary Shapley, an IRS whistleblower, was given a 15-day ultimatum to accept a demotion or resign shortly after an interview discussing IRS misconduct in the Hunter Biden investigation.
House Republicans, including Reps. Comer, Jordan, and Smith, have sent a letter to the Office of Special Counsel demanding a stay on the IRS's action against Shapley.
The whistleblowers, Shapley and Ziegler, allege a double standard in IRS investigations, citing preferential treatment for elites and powerful figures like Hunter Biden.
The lawmakers are seeking transparency from the IRS and the Special Counsel's office, emphasizing the need for protection of whistleblowers who expose misconduct.
The controversy has drawn significant public attention, with calls for the IRS to halt any retaliatory actions and for a thorough investigation into the allegations.