IRS settlement

The Senate is preparing to advance Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general after the Justice Department rescinded a controversial $1.8 billion slush fund, addressing concerns from Republican senators. However, unresolved issues remain regarding a provision in the IRS settlement that blocks investigations into Trump's tax history. The Justice Department stated the rescission followed 'good faith discussions' with skeptics but did not address the immunity clause in the settlement.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche terminated President Donald Trump’s $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund after Republican senators threatened to block his nomination for permanent attorney general. The order retains a provision granting Trump and his family retroactive tax-audit immunity. Trump announced new Iran war talks would begin Monday after delaying strikes, while a poll highlighted immigration as a stronger issue for him than the economy or Iran.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche moved closer to Senate confirmation after rescinding a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization fund' and narrowing tax protections in the IRS settlement. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, confirmed an agreement with Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., ahead of the Senate Judiciary Committee's vote on his nomination.

The Senate faces a busy agenda before the August recess, including a potential confirmation vote for Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche and internal party conflicts over Trump's proposed IRS settlement. Senate Majority Leader John Thune indicates the 'Save America Act' lacks sufficient support to pass, while Jay Clayton assumes the role of Director of National Intelligence. Trump is set to campaign in Nevada for the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act,' with primary races ongoing in multiple states.

President Trump stated the anti-weaponization fund is 'dead' but continued to defend it, complicating negotiations with Republican senators blocking his attorney general nominee. Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis demand written assurances the fund will not proceed, while also seeking clarifications on tax audit immunity for Trump and his family.

President Trump refuses to compromise with Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis over changes to a court settlement, vowing to block Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general unless demands are met. Trump threatens to withdraw and resubmit the nomination after Cornyn and Tillis leave Congress, intensifying the political standoff.

President Donald Trump considered temporarily withdrawing Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination after two Republican senators opposed it, but praised Blanche as a potential 'Greatest Attorney General of All Time.' The Senate delayed a vote on Blanche's nomination due to concerns about a $1.8 billion compensation fund and an IRS settlement protecting Trump from audits.

Vice President Mike Pence and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell are demanding modifications to the Trump IRS settlement before voting on Todd Blanche's nomination as Attorney General. The nomination faces opposition from two Senate Republicans who have stalled the vote.

Todd Blanche is seeking confirmation as attorney general, addressing concerns about the withdrawn Anti-Weaponization Fund and an IRS settlement provision indemnifying President Donald Trump. Republican senators, including those on the Judiciary Committee, have expressed support, with a confirmation hearing scheduled for July 15.

The Senate Judiciary Committee has scheduled confirmation hearings for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche in mid-July as Republicans weigh support. Concerns remain about a $1.776 billion settlement fund, with senators like Thom Tillis and John Cornyn seeking assurances.

The Senate Judiciary Committee has scheduled confirmation hearings for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche in mid-July, as Republican senators remain undecided about supporting him. Concerns center on assurances that a controversial $1.776 billion settlement fund will not proceed, with some Republicans seeking further guarantees before voting.

President Trump is abandoning his $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund amid bipartisan opposition, court challenges, and pressure from Senate Republicans. A Utah judge has allowed cameras in court for the Charlie Kirk murder case.

Joe Rogan criticized Donald Trump over an IRS settlement and a reported $1.8 billion 'slush fund' in a public outburst. The article highlights Rogan's strong reaction to the financial and political implications of the settlement.