ThroughlineAl Capone and the transformation of the IRS

Ordered To Investigate Mellon

32:36–33:30 · 54s

Elmer Irey recounts being ordered to investigate Andrew Mellon despite his belief there was no case, highlighting pressure from the Roosevelt administration and the stakes of politicizing tax enforcement.

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