Judge Cites Improper Purpose in Trump Lawsuit, Refers Lawyer to Bar
A federal judge has ruled that former President Trump filed a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS for an improper purpose, aiming to legitimize a settlement that lacked legal or factual basis. This settlement, which granted Trump and his entities immunity from audits and investigations, was viewed by the judge as an attempt to leverage presidential power over government agencies to secure benefits. The judge also noted that provisions of the settlement potentially violate federal law regarding presidential compensation and audit interference, referring Trump’s lawyer for disciplinary review.
John Q. Hosedrinker