Trump has long kept his tax returns secret. He says that might change now, after IRS deal
President Donald Trump has indicated that he may release his tax returns following a recent settlement with the Justice Department. This deal includes dropping tax claims against him and his associates, which could end years of speculation about his financial obligations. However, Trump has a history of making similar promises without following through.
- ▪Trump's legal team reached a deal with the Justice Department to drop tax claims against him and his family.
- ▪The settlement includes a $1.776 billion fund for Trump allies who believe they were unjustly investigated.
- ▪The Justice Department stated that the settlement bars any future tax examinations of Trump and his organization.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onTrump has long kept his tax returns secret. He says that might change now, after IRS dealPresident Donald Trump's legal team has reached a deal with the Justice Department to drop tax claims against him, his family and associatesByFATIMA HUSSEIN Associated PressMay 20, 2026, 4:42 PM1:43President Donald Trump speaks to the press after returning and stepping off Air Force One, Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Joint Base Andrews, Md., after speaking at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy commencement.
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