Former Internal Revenue Service Commissioner Charles Rettig Joins United World Leaders
New York — As Commissioner he led a tax system that collected more than $4.9 trillion in fiscal year 2022, with a focus on taxpayer service and underserved communities.
About Charles Rettig
Charles Rettig is a former Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service. As Commissioner he led the United States tax system, which collected more than $4.9 trillion in fiscal year 2022, about 96 per cent of the total gross receipts of the United States, and managed an agency of about 83,000 employees with a budget of more than $14.1 billion.
His tenure focused on improving service to taxpayers and on balancing the enforcement of the tax laws with respect for taxpayer rights, with particular attention to traditionally underserved communities. In recognition of his leadership of the IRS he received the Alexander Hamilton Award, the Department of the Treasury’s highest honour for individuals selected by the Secretary.
He joined United World Leaders as a Member in September 2025.
About United World Leaders
United World Leaders is an independent, nonpartisan nonprofit institution of former Presidents and Prime Ministers, ministers, ambassadors and leaders of enterprise and civil society, working to advance peace, international cooperation and socioeconomic prosperity. Members may lead Councils on the issues where they can contribute most, as Chairs or Co-Chairs.