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United States — Internal Revenue Service & John Thune

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United States — Internal Revenue Service: The 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' was established as part of a settlement to resolve Donald Trump>>>'s lawsuit against the United States — Internal Revenue Service>>> over the leak of his tax records. The settlement also bars the United States — Internal Revenue Service>>> from pursuing audits against Donald Trump>>>, his family, or companies for past tax claims.
John Thune: Senate Majority Leader John Thune>>> urged the White House to abandon the 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' entirely, stating it was the best way forward.
May 18, 2026 · 323 articles
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United States — Internal Revenue Service: The United States — Internal Revenue Service>>> is involved in the settlement fund related to Donald Trump>>>'s lawsuit over the leak of his tax returns, which has become a point of contention in the current bill.
John Thune: John Thune>>>, as Senate Majority Leader, is navigating the complex legislative process and acknowledging the difficulties in securing Republican support for the bill and its controversial provisions.
May 28, 2026 · 9 articles
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United States — Internal Revenue Service: The agency involved in the settlement that created the Anti-Weaponization Fund and tax audit immunity for Trump; its actions are under scrutiny.
John Thune: Senate Majority Leader who expressed hope for a path forward for Blanche's confirmation.
Jul 14, 2026 · 94 articles
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United States — Internal Revenue Service: The United States — Internal Revenue Service was involved in a lawsuit with Donald Trump over leaked tax records, which was settled by Todd Blanche, including a provision that would bar the IRS from reviewing Trump's tax returns.
John Thune: John Thune>>>, the Senate Majority Leader, signaled that Todd Blanche>>>'s nomination may face a tougher confirmation process due to bipartisan backlash against his actions.
Jun 03, 2026 · 120 articles
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United States — Internal Revenue Service: The United States — Internal Revenue Service>>> was involved in a settlement with Donald Trump>>> to resolve his lawsuit over leaked tax returns, agreeing to drop pending probes as part of the deal, which remains in effect despite the fund's cancellation.
John Thune: Senate Majority Leader John Thune>>> expressed hope that the White House would drop the fund, indicating the bipartisan opposition to the initiative.
May 29, 2026 · 47 articles
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United States — Internal Revenue Service: The IRS settlement with Trump, which included tax audit immunity and the now-rescinded fund, remains controversial. The agency faces legal challenges and scrutiny over the deal's implications.
John Thune: As Senate Majority Leader, he managed the confirmation process, relying on Cassidy's vote to secure Blanche's confirmation.
Jul 28, 2026 · 429 articles
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United States — Internal Revenue Service: The United States — Internal Revenue Service is indirectly involved as the settlement fund originated from Donald Trump's lawsuit against it over tax return leaks.
John Thune: John Thune>>>, as Senate Majority Leader, played a key role in guiding the immigration funding bill through the United States>>>, despite initial delays and internal Republican pushback.
Jun 03, 2026 · 138 articles
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United States — Internal Revenue Service: The United States — Internal Revenue Service's audit immunity for Donald Trump>>> and his family is a point of contention, with the Treasury Secretary refusing to comment on ongoing litigation.
John Thune: John Thune>>>, the Senate Majority Leader, stated the goal is to pass the base bill for immigration enforcement funding.
Jun 03, 2026 · 118 articles
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May 05, 2026 · 30 articles
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