After IRS Leak Scandal, Trump DOJ Slams the Door on Trump Tax Audits
The IRS will no longer audit Donald Trump's past tax returns following a settlement related to a leak scandal. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has issued a permanent order closing any IRS examination of Trump's prior returns. This decision comes after Trump dropped a $10 billion lawsuit against the agency in exchange for a formal apology.
- ▪The IRS will not be auditing Donald Trump's old tax returns, effectively closing any examination of his prior returns.
- ▪This decision follows a lawsuit Trump filed after a contractor leaked his confidential tax records to journalists.
- ▪The DOJ has established a $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund for Americans who believe they were politically targeted.
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After IRS Leak Scandal, Trump DOJ Slams the Door on Trump Tax Audits By Ben Smith | 7:34 PM on May 19, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File The IRS will not be auditing Donald Trump's old tax returns. Not now, not ever.Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signed an order Tuesday that permanently closes out any IRS examination of Trump's prior returns, shuts down existing claims against Trump, his family, and his businesses, and covers everything filed before the May 18 settlement date. No expiration, no wiggle room.
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