DOJ quietly slips Trump what looks a lot like permanent audit invisibility
The DOJ has reportedly issued an addendum that permanently shields Donald Trump and his associated entities from IRS audits of previously filed tax returns. This addendum, signed by Todd Blanche, bars the IRS from pursuing any examinations related to Trump and his affiliates. The document raises questions about accountability and transparency in the handling of Trump's tax matters.
- ▪The addendum prevents the IRS from examining any tax returns filed by Trump and related entities before the effective date of the settlement.
- ▪It was signed solely by Todd Blanche, without any IRS representative's signature.
- ▪The original settlement involved multiple officials, including the Associate Attorney General and IRS CEO.
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DOJ quietly slips Trump what looks a lot like permanent audit invisibility Jason Weisberger 11:01 am Wed May 20, 2026 Mugshots of Jeffrey Epstein and Donald Trump "What could he possibly be hiding?" is, admittedly, not the reassuring question we're all thinking. While Todd Blanche was apparently busy testifying before the Senate about other matters, the Justice Department reportedly posted a one-page addendum that — if accurately described — permanently shields Donald Trump, his family, and associated entities from IRS examinations of previously filed returns, which is one of those sentences that sounds made up even while you're typing it.
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