Judge blasts Trump for using the presidency to ‘manipulate’ courts in IRS case

In a strong rebuke, Judge Kathleen Williams accused President Donald Trump of "acting in bad faith" by abruptly ending his lawsuit seeking to release his tax returns and pushing for a $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund. The judge's criticism highlights concerns that Trump used his presidential power to manipulate the courts for personal gain. This move underscores broader worries about the intersection of executive power and judicial processes, raising questions about accountability and the integrity of the legal system.