Event Brief
IRS to drop audits of Trump and family
Filed: May 19, 2026 at 10:03 PM ET
Summary: The IRS will drop audits of President Trump and his family under a Justice Department compensation fund deal.
WHO: I.R.S.
WHAT: Will drop audits involving President Trump and his family, including matters tied to pending tax-return issues.
WHEN: May 19, 2026 at 7:48 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: As part of a Justice Department compensation fund deal, officials vowed not to pursue matters pending, including those involving Trump’s tax returns.
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