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Trump Shielded From IRS Audits As Controversial Settlement Deal Expands

Forbes · May 19, 2026, 7:32 PM · Also reported by 3 other sources

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  • Breaking News Trump Shielded From IRS Audits As Controversial Settlement Deal Expands By Zachary Folk,
  • However, Trump has frequently complained about being audited by the IRS in years past, and based on past reports could see a financial gain from the IRS dropping its audits.
  • Blanche testified before a Senate subcommittee about the extraordinary settlement agreement on Tuesday, but was not asked about the added clause.

Breaking News Trump Shielded From IRS Audits As Controversial Settlement Deal Expands By Zachary Folk,

Topline. An agreement signed on Tuesday expanded President Donald Trump’s controversial settlement with the IRS to include a clause that appears to bar the agency from investigating or prosecuting claims against the president, his family or his businesses.

An expanded settlement agreement was signed by acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and posted on the Justice Department’s website on Tuesday.Getty ImagesKey FactsThe agreement was expanded in a short document signed by acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on Tuesday and posted on the Justice Department’s website.

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