Key will not turn once inserted into switch. 1998 Tacoma

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My key will not turn in the ignition switch. With my foot on the brake and the key inserted, I AM able to unlock the steering wheel. After messing with it(trying to turn it) for about 10-15 minutes and about to give up and call roadside assistance, it decided to turn and start the truck. It IS NOT a worn key problem. I have my original spare that has NEVER been used and that would not work either. I am the original owner and HAVE NOT had this problem for 22 years but now it has happened twice in 3 weeks. Is it a worn ignition switch? Can the switch be pulled with pulling out the dashboard?

How long has your 1998 Toyota Tacoma had this problem?

twice in the last three weeks