Trump's lawyers say they're 'in discussions' to resolve his $10B suit against the IRS
Summary
President Donald Trump, his sons, and the Trump Organization filed a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury Department over leaked tax information from 2019. Lawyers for the Trumps and the Department of Justice are now in talks to try to settle the case and avoid a long legal battle.Key Facts
- The lawsuit was filed in January 2026 by President Trump, Eric Trump, Donald Trump Jr., and the Trump Organization.
- The suit claims the IRS and Treasury leaked tax information without permission during Trump's first term.
- A government contractor admitted to stealing and leaking tax data for Trump and other wealthy individuals in 2019 and 2020.
- The Trumps seek $10 billion for harm to reputation, financial damage, and public embarrassment.
- Both sides agreed to a 90-day extension to hold discussions aimed at resolving the case.
- Some former government officials expressed concerns about potential conflicts since the president is suing his own government.
- The lawsuit argues the IRS should have had better security and employee checks to prevent leaks.
- The Department of Justice had not yet responded to the lawsuit when the extension was requested.
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