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Trump’s $1.776 billion IRS settlement sparks debate as critics question legality of the compensation fund

A major legal settlement involving Donald Trump and the IRS faces scrutiny. A $1.776 billion fund for alleged "weaponization" and a ban on auditing Trump's taxes are part of the deal. Legal experts believe challenging this agreement will be difficult. Opponents, including police officers and congressional Democrats, have voiced concerns.

The Economic Times · May 21

Donald Trump granted 'forever' immunity from ongoing tax audits

Donald Trump, his business and his eldest sons have been granted immunity from ongoing investigations from US tax authorities

The National (Scotland) · May 20

Former IRS Chiefs See Rocky Road Ahead For The Agency

Former IRS commissioners warn the agency could stumble into the next filing season if Congress lets funding lapse again and staffing losses persist.

Benzinga · Nov 21, 2025

One Million Americans Set To Receive IRS Stimulus Checks—Here's What To Know

Eligible taxpayers could receive up to a maximum of $1,400 from the IRS.

International Business Times · Jan 14, 2025

IRS is sending out automatic stimulus payments. Who is getting them?

The IRS it’s distributing about $2.4 billion to taxpayers who didn’t receive their COVID stimulus payments

The Independent UK · Jan 13, 2025

IRS is sending unclaimed stimulus checks to 1 million taxpayers. How to find out if you’re one of them

These payments will be automatically sent to eligible taxpayers by the end of the month

The Independent UK · Dec 23, 2024

Viral posts claim stimulus checks are on the way. Here’s what you should know

False rumor comes after exit polls revealed the economy was the biggest issue to almost one third of voters

The Independent UK · Nov 20, 2024

Incorrect ERC? IRS Points to Five New Red Flags

These signs could mean there’s an error in your Employee Retention Credit claim.

Kiplinger · Sep 10, 2024

IRS Collects Over $1 Billion From Millionaires In Back Taxes In Less Than One Year

The IRS achieved a milestone in collecting more than $1 billion from wealthy American taxpayers in less than a year since passing legislation to add more agents.

International Business Times · Jul 11, 2024

IRS Direct File Will Be Permanent, Competing With TurboTax, H&R Block

The IRS says it will bring Direct File back next tax season.

Kiplinger · May 16, 2024