IRS Nears Controversial Data-Sharing Deal with ICE for Immigration Enforcement
The proposed agreement has sparked privacy concerns, economic warnings, and protests as it moves closer to finalization under the Trump administration.
- The IRS is reportedly close to finalizing a deal with ICE to share personal tax data of undocumented immigrants for immigration enforcement purposes.
- Critics, including Democratic lawmakers and legal experts, warn the agreement could violate federal privacy laws and constitutional protections.
- Undocumented immigrants, who contributed $96.7 billion in taxes in 2022, may be deterred from filing taxes, potentially costing billions in lost revenue over time.
- Protests have erupted in cities like San Jose, where immigrant communities and local leaders fear economic harm and reduced public services due to the deal's chilling effect.
- The Trump administration's push aligns with its broader immigration enforcement agenda, targeting individuals with deportation orders and criminal records.