As Tax Day approaches, IRS employees are anxious about potential layoffs, which they expect to learn about around this busy period. The Treasury is moving to consolidate support offices, and a plan to rehire fired probationary employees has been paused, complicating efforts to manage the workload during tax filing season. Experts note that reaching the IRS by phone has become increasingly difficult, highlighting the impact of staffing cuts on customer support and the processing of audits and refunds. These workforce reductions could jeopardize billions in revenue and significantly widen the annual tax gap. With further cuts anticipated after tax season, the IRS is under pressure to maintain functionality while navigating these challenges.