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A federal judge just nixed a controversial deal that would’ve granted Donald Trump immunity from tax audits and funded a $1.8 billion compensation pool for alleged government targets — all tied to him dropping a $10 billion IRS lawsuit. Judge Kathleen Williams ruled the lawsuit was a sham, designed to legitimize immunity for Trump allies and funnel taxpayer money into vague grievances. She accused Trump’s legal team of orchestrating a scheme to shield close associates and called one lawyer’s conduct unethical, banning another from a federal court for a year. The fallout stems from Trump’s claim that his tax info was leaked before the 2020 election, sparking a New York Times exposé. The judge noted Trump only pursued legal action after returning to power and appointing loyalists. The fund was already paused in June after another judge intervened, with critics fearing it could’ve paid rioters. This case underscores deep concerns about presidential self-dealing and the urgent need to shield the tax system from political manipulation.

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