"The Evolution of the IRS: From Tax Collector to Crime Fighter"

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"The Evolution of the IRS: From Tax Collector to Crime Fighter"

[!CDATA[Discover the intriguing history of how the pursuit of notorious gangster Al Capone played a pivotal role in transforming the IRS into a formidable government agency. Join us as we delve into the fascinating story of how the IRS evolved into a powerful tool and weapon in the fight against organized crime. Our guests include Joe Thorndike, a historian specializing in tax analysis, Paul Camacho, a retired special agent from the IRS Criminal Investigation Division, and Jason Scott Smith, a historian with expertise in FDR and the New Deal. Lawrence Reed, president emeritus of The Foundation for Economic Education, also shares his insights on this captivating topic. Uncover the untold story of how the IRS became a force to be reckoned with in the battle against crime and corruption. Subscribe to Throughline+ for exclusive bonus episodes and ad-free listening on Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org/throughline.]]