US judge voids Donald Trump's $1.8bn settlement with IRS that gave him immunity from tax audits
A US judge has voided a settlement between President Donald Trump and the IRS that granted him immunity from tax audits and established a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponisation' fund. The judge ruled the lawsuit was filed for improper purposes and referred a Trump lawyer for potential disciplinary action.
Why it matters
The ruling removes legal protections for the President and allows the IRS to resume scrutiny of his tax filings.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Democrats and some Republicans criticised the creation of an "anti-weaponisation" fund following the initial settlement.
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