Trump’s Pick for Top I.R.S. Lawyer Works at Firm That Represents Him

President Trump's nominee for chief counsel at the Internal Revenue Service, James R. Gadwood, is currently employed at Miller & Chevalier. The law firm has previously represented Trump in tax matters, raising potential conflict of interest concerns. Gadwood's nomination has sparked interest due to his firm's connection to the president. His role at the IRS would involve overseeing tax law and advising the agency on legal matters.

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