Trump Organization's Tax Returns Protected Under $1.8B Settlement

Federal tax returns filed by Donald Trump and the Trump Organization are protected from IRS enforcement actions under a $1.8 billion settlement with the Justice Department. The settlement prevents any IRS claims regarding tax returns filed before its effective date, per an addendum signed by Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. This agreement came after the Trumps dropped a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS concerning leaked tax filings. Critics, including Senator Ron Wyden, argue this settlement could violate federal laws regarding IRS audits and investigations.