It's Not Just ICE Stockpiling Weapons—the IRS, EPA, and Other Feds Are Arming Up Too An armed IRS agent roaming the streets should send shivers down the spine of any freedom-loving American. Reason · May 21
Trump’s $1.776 billion IRS settlement sparks debate as critics question legality of the compensation fund A major legal settlement involving Donald Trump and the IRS faces scrutiny. A $1.776 billion fund for alleged "weaponization" and a ban on auditing Trump's taxes are part of the deal. Legal experts believe challenging this agreement will be difficult. Opponents, including police officers and congressional Democrats, have voiced concerns. The Economic Times · May 21
US Capitol police sue to stop Trump ‘slush fund’ WASHINGTON - Two police officers have filed a lawsuit seeking to block the Trump administration from creating a compensation fund that could provide payouts to the president’s supporters who attacked the US Capitol on January 6, 2021. Bangkok Post · May 21
Police sue to block Jan 6 rioters from payouts via Trump's 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' Two police officers who defended the US Capitol from a pro-Trump mob on January 6, 2021, filed suit Wednesday to block those who took part in the violence from receiving payouts from a new fund totaling nearly $1.8 billion. The fund, destined for Trump allies claiming political prosecution, was created… France 24 · May 20
Don’t Let Taxes Dim Your Retirement: How to Plan Ahead With Your 'Tax Bucket List' Whether you realize it or not, your money is sitting in three different tax “buckets.” To save on taxes throughout retirement, make sure to fill up your tax-free bucket. Here are two ways to do that. Kiplinger · May 20
When a president settles his own lawsuit to create a fund for allies, fundamental questions about justice arise Thomas Hobbes took a very dim view of rebels and insurrectionists. He believed that insurrectionists relinquish their status as citizens the moment they seek to overthrow the government and should never be rewarded for doing so. The Conversation · May 20
Trump acquired stock in companies like Disney and Netflix when he made public threats against them The president has also purchased stocks from companies with business before the administration The Independent UK · May 20
Trump’s ‘slush fund’ faces first lawsuit after two Jan. 6 officers sue IN FULL The Independent UK · May 20
Did Todd Blanche Give Donald Trump Tax Amnesty? Secret IRS Deal Discovered A quietly filed Justice Department document has granted Donald Trump and his businesses sweeping protection from IRS audits, as part of a settlement that also created a $1.776 billion fund for alleged 'weaponization' of tax data. International Business Times UK · May 20
Jan. 6 cops sue to block Trump’s $1.8B ‘slush fund for insurrectionists’ after IRS bail out Harry Dunn and Daniel Hodges say the fund illegally rewards rioters for violence against law enforcement The Independent UK · May 20
Jimmy Kimmel on Trump’s IRS settlement: ‘Most brazenly corrupt move by any president ever’ Late-night hosts discussed the president’s lawsuit against his own government and his latest ballroom updates The Guardian - US · May 20
Trump’s newest deal with the IRS could save his family about $100 million in tax penalties: report Under the terms of the deal, the federal government will be ‘forever barred’ from pursuing IRS-related claims against Trump The Independent UK · May 20
IRS settlement blocks tax audits targeting Trump and his family members The US Department of Justice has released an additional filing linked to the Trump-IRS settlement, preventing the federal agency from pursuing existing tax audits involving the US president, his family and affiliated businesses. Euronews · May 20
First Thing: Trump critic Thomas Massie defeated in Kentucky Republican House primary Seven-term incumbent had spoken out against Iran war, government spending and Jeffrey Epstein files. Plus, Trump’s ‘board of peace’ receives just $23m to rebuild Gaza The Guardian - UK · May 20
Reason · May 20 A Half-Million Dollar Fine for a Tax Paperwork Oversight Too many courts ignore the Eighth Amendment’s ban on excessive fines.
We Got This Covered · May 20 Department of Justice says United States ‘FOREVER BANNED’ from prosecuting Donald Trump and his family for not paying tax Huh, I guess you can beat the IRS after all.
International Business Times UK · May 20 IRS Is 'Forever Barred' From Examining Trump's Taxes Under New DOJ Settlement That Also Creates $1.8 Billion Fund A new DOJ addendum permanently blocks the IRS from examining Trump's past tax returns, shielding him and his family from audits that could have cost over $100 million.
The National (Scotland) · May 20 Donald Trump granted 'forever' immunity from ongoing tax audits Donald Trump, his business and his eldest sons have been granted immunity from ongoing investigations from US tax authorities
International Business Times UK · May 20 Trump's Former Lawyer, Now Acting Attorney General, Signs Order Shielding Trump Family From IRS Audits Acting AG Todd Blanche signed an order shielding Trump and his family from IRS audits, sparking legal and ethical concerns. The settlement includes a £1.3 billion fund for alleged victims of government weaponisation
The Economic Times · May 20 Donald Trump settles tax case, unlocks 'forever immunity' clause The US government has dropped all tax claims against Donald Trump, his sons, and the Trump Organization. This move is part of a settlement resolving Trump's lawsuit against the IRS. The government will not examine or prosecute their current tax matters. A new fund will compensate individuals who believe they…
AAP · May 20 Audits into tax claims for Trump and his family barred The US Justice Department has barred the Internal Revenue Service from ever pursuing audits into tax claims for Donald Trump, his relatives and companies.
Bangkok Post · May 20 Acting US attorney general defends fund for prosecuted Trump allies WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - Acting US Attorney General Todd Blanche on Tuesday defended the creation of a nearly $1.8 billion fund to compensate political allies of President Donald Trump who believe they were unfairly prosecuted under the Biden administration.
International Business Times UK · May 19 Donald Trump Lawsuit: Democrats Cry Foul Over DOJ's New Settlement Agreement Preventing Tax Investigation of POTUS Donald Trump settles with the DOJ for $1.776 billion, preventing IRS claims over tax liabilities. The agreement impacts taxpayers alleging lawfare, sparking criticism from Democratic Senators.
The Economic Times · May 19 Did Trump's IRS settlement permanently shield his past tax matters? New clause sparks outrage- here's what the new clause is A new settlement term bars the IRS from investigating President Trump, his family, and businesses for past tax issues. This extraordinary addition to a $10 billion lawsuit resolution permanently prevents claims or examinations arising from tax returns filed before the agreement. Critics have labeled the move "self-dealing" and "corruption."
France 24 · May 19 IRS will not pursue Trump for back taxes under settlement agreement The US Internal Revenue Service will not pursue President Donald Trump, his family or the Trump Organisation for back taxes under an agreement announced by the Justice Department on Tuesday. Trump, his sons Eric and Donald Jr., and the Trump Organisation sued the IRS in January over leaked tax returns,…