This happened to a friend of mine in Montgomery, AL, back in the late 70’s or early 80’s. The IRS audited her because they didn’t believe she could support herself and her son on what she made working for the State of Alabama.
So I guess they are still at it . . . accusing people of having too little money instead of auditing rich people.
REPEAL THE 16th AMENDMENT!
If everyone that was unfairly audited went public with their story, the public opinion backlash might just put a stop to this bs. I recall a time years back when they were calling themselves the kinder, friendlier IRS. That didn’t last, but at least it proved they know they’re vulnerable.
The last thing the IRS wants is for people to get collectively outraged and STOP paying their taxes. The IRS knows it neither has the manpower nor the intelligence to go after EVERY single tax protestor.
Again, publicizing every instance of IRS abuse would help, IMO. Especially considering how many of our illustrious politicians have “erred” in paying their fair share.