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The IRS seems subject to FOIA. I wonder if people could get together and request that.


FOIA = Freedom of Information Act (United States)

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freedom_of_Information_Act_(...


This is very interesting. Is it difficult and/or expensive to file FOIA? I have never done it but I am aware of a few academic friends who have used it for their research work. However, I believe their universities handled the paperwork and expenses.


No, it’s generally free or subject to small fees to cover labor involved in processing the requests. It’s how all these YouTube channels with police bodycam footage have become so popular.


Thanks




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