#1004 - Sam Corcos - Inside DOGE, The IRS & How to Scam the US Government

Chris Williamson interviews Sam Corcos, the Chief Information Officer of the Treasury Department, about his role in modernizing the IRS and other government IT systems. Corcos discusses the challenges of government bureaucracy, including outdated technology, procurement processes, and personnel issues. He shares specific examples of wasteful spending, security concerns, and the difficulties in implementing change within the government. The conversation touches on the role of DOGE (an office in the Executive Office of the Presidency) in driving change, the complexities of the tax code, and the importance of attracting technical talent to government service. Corcos also reflects on the skepticism surrounding government efficiency and the need for a more streamlined, effective approach to IT management.