Former congressman Billy Long of Missouri has been confirmed to lead the Internal Revenue Service, an agency he once sought to abolish.

The Senate confirmed former Missouri Congressman Billy Long as the next IRS Commissioner. Long's confirmation comes amid sweeping IRS cuts, which could impact taxpayer service, technology and enforcement.

Former Missouri Rep. Billy Long won confirmation Thursday to be the next commissioner of the IRS, leading an agency that will play a key role in administering new tax breaks if Congress passes the “big,