WASHINGTON — It’s prominently featured on the Republican Party’s website, with its own page and even a petition for the cause: “Stand With The GOP And Fight To Abolish the IRS.”
But on Tuesday, Republican National Committee chairman Reince Priebus dodged question after question about whether he thinks the tax agency should be eliminated and if the position laid out on his party’s website — one that’s been used to rally the tea party and raise money — is official GOP policy.
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The RNC chairman was ultimately saved by Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), who was standing nearby and watching reporters pepper him with questions.
“Answer the question!” Graham shouted, as the two laughed together and walked off.
