Trump Keeps Immunity from I.R.S. Audits, Even as $1.8 Billion Fund Falls Away

Summary

President Trump's administration has granted him immunity from I.R.S. audits, shielding him from potential tax scrutiny, even as Republican congressional allies simultaneously blocked a $1.8 billion fund designed to support his allies facing legal costs. The tax protection represents a significant financial advantage, potentially worth millions, while the blocked fund faced backlash from the same Republicans who enabled Trump's audit immunity. The dual outcomes illustrate a stark contrast in how Trump's party treats his interests versus those of his associates.