IRS did better than expected in tax season after slashing staff, except on the phone, watchdog says

In Los Angeles and nationwide, the IRS performed better than anticipated during the 2026 tax season. This is notable given the significant reduction in its workforce. The agency was able to efficiently process refunds for taxpayers.

However, its performance was not consistent across all areas. For more specific information on the IRS's 2026 tax season performance, readers can refer to the full report from ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC).