Judge says Trump IRS lawsuit was filed for 'improper purpose,' refers lawyer for possible discipline

A judge ruled that President Donald Trump's lawsuit against the IRS was filed for an improper purpose, criticizing it as a manipulation of the court system to bypass adverse interest requirements and secure a settlement granting Trump immunity from tax audits and creating a fund for allies. The judge referred one of Trump's lawyers for potential disciplinary action and questioned the legitimacy of the settlement process.