House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, and Rep. Harriet Hageman, R-Wyo., have initiated an investigation into the IRS's potential misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) technology to surveil American taxpayers. The lawmakers have raised concerns about the IRS's AI capabilities following a September 2023 press release where the IRS mentioned using AI to enhance tax compliance efforts.
According to the lawmakers, recent reports suggest that the IRS may be using AI to monitor American citizens' bank accounts without proper legal authorization. A video obtained by an investigative media outlet allegedly shows an IRS official, identified as Alex Mena, discussing the use of AI to target potential tax evaders by analyzing financial data from various sources.
