US judge voids Trump settlement with IRS granting him protection from tax audits

A federal judge has tossed out a controversial settlement between Donald Trump and the IRS, ruling that Trump misused a $10 billion lawsuit against the agency to secure personal tax audit protections. This decision opens the door for potential disciplinary actions against Trump's lawyer and senior Justice Department officials involved in the settlement. The ruling underscores the ongoing scrutiny of Trump's legal maneuvers and has significant implications for how future settlements and legal protections are viewed in high-profile cases.