IRS Whistleblower Alleges Retaliation in Biden Case

IRS Supervisory Special Agent Gary Shapley, a whistleblower in the Hunter Biden tax investigation, is facing retaliation from the IRS after exposing alleged misconduct. Following an interview that brought attention to his claims, Shapley received a demotion notice just an hour later, prompting concerns about the agency's treatment of whistleblowers. His attorney has formally alerted Congress, detailing Shapley's experiences of punitive actions since disclosing his findings. Meanwhile, Hunter Biden has pled guilty to tax evasion charges, but the whistleblowers express that their contributions were met with a hollow acknowledgment from their supervisor. The broader implications of IRS's actions raise questions about the agency's accountability and treatment of sensitive cases. These developments highlight ongoing tensions within the IRS and the political ramifications surrounding the Biden family investigation.