Trump gets 'forever' immunity on his past tax affairs
Summary
President Donald Trump and his family, along with the Trump organization, have reached a settlement with the US Department of Justice that prevents tax authorities from pursuing claims against them for past tax matters. The deal includes creating a fund worth about £1.8 billion for individuals claiming they were unfairly prosecuted or targeted. Meanwhile, Trump continues to influence Republican primary elections by supporting challengers against lawmakers he sees as disloyal.Key Facts
- US tax authorities can no longer pursue claims on Trump’s past tax affairs due to a new settlement.
- The settlement also covers some members of Trump’s family and the Trump organization.
- A fund of nearly £1.8 billion will be set up for victims who claim they were unfairly targeted or prosecuted.
- President Trump is actively backing challengers in Republican primary elections across the US.
- Congressman Thomas Massie lost his re-election bid in Kentucky after Trump endorsed his opponent.
- Senator Bill Cassidy from Louisiana also lost to a Trump-backed challenger; Cassidy had voted to impeach Trump in 2021.
- These election outcomes show Trump’s strong influence within the Republican Party.
- The article discusses what Trump’s popularity means for Republicans who oppose him.
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