The Justice Department gives Trump an unprecedented settlement
The Justice Department has reached an unprecedented settlement with former President Trump. This agreement includes immunity from tax audits for Trump and his family, along with the establishment of a $1.8 billion fund for victims of government weaponization. Legal expert Andrew Weissmann provides insights into the implications of this settlement.
- ▪The Justice Department granted Trump and his family immunity from tax audits.
- ▪A $1.8 billion fund was created for victims of government weaponization.
- ▪Legal expert Andrew Weissmann discusses the significance of the settlement.
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- ▪ Trump’s egregious deal with his own justice department — Financial Times — World
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Author Interviews The Justice Department gives Trump an unprecedented settlement May 20, 20261:16 PM ET Terry Gross D.O.J. gave Trump and his family immunity from tax audits and set up a $1.8 billion fund for victims of "government weaponization." Former government lawyer Andrew Weissmann explains the settlement. Sponsor Message Facebook Flipboard Email
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