Скачать или смотреть The IRS Chief Counsel: Mike Desmond on Tax Policy, Politics, and Pragmatism

Step inside the highest levels of tax administration with Mike Desmond, the 48th Chief Counsel of the IRS, on The Litigator's Edge. Mike details the immense challenge of implementing the historic Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and the sudden, monumental pivot to managing COVID-19 relief, which transformed the IRS from a revenue collector into an economic lifeline. He dispels persistent myths about the "audit lottery"—revealing the often-random nature of enforcement—and shares his pragmatic philosophy that the best legal victory is often a quiet resolution, not a courtroom battle. From navigating the uncertainty of political transitions to running 16 Boston Marathons, Mike offers a unique perspective on endurance and leadership. For a candid look at policy, politics, and the future of tax controversy, listen now.