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United States — Internal Revenue Service & Scott Bessent

10 shared events · Importance 5 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026

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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.
Scott Bessent: As Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent>>> is central to the controversy by refusing to comment on the IRS audit immunity for Donald Trump>>> and his family, drawing criticism from lawmakers.
May 18, 2026 · 323 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.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent>>>, the Treasury Secretary, refused to comment on whether Donald Trump>>> remains exempt from IRS audits, leading to frustration from Democratic lawmakers.
Jun 03, 2026 · 118 articles
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United States — Internal Revenue Service: The United States — Internal Revenue Service is involved in a $10 billion lawsuit with Donald Trump over the leak of his tax returns, which is being resolved with the creation of the 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, stated that the US naval blockade is part of a broader economic embargo aimed at suffocating the Iranian regime.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
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United States — Internal Revenue Service: The United States — Internal Revenue Service received a new CEO, Frank Bisignano, who will oversee day-to-day operations, adding another layer to its leadership changes.
Oct 06, 2025 · 7 articles
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United States — Internal Revenue Service: The United States — Internal Revenue Service is involved in a $10 billion lawsuit with Donald Trump over the leak of his tax returns, which is being resolved with the creation of the 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
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Jan 08, 2026 · 6 articles
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Jan 29, 2026 · 24 articles
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Jan 26, 2026 · 6 articles
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Jun 12, 2026 · 28 articles
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