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Todd Blanche’s decision to shield Trump from IRS audits to dominate confirmation hearing

Acting attorney general Todd Blanche has decided to grant President Trump protection from IRS audits. The decision effectively provides Trump with immunity from routine tax Acting attorney general Todd Blanche has decided to grant President Trump protection from

IRS audits. The decision effectively provides Trump with immunity from routine tax examinations. This move will be a focal point of Blanche’s Senate confirmation hearing. The hearing is scheduled for Wednesday. Democrats are expected to question the rationale

behind the immunity. Critics argue the protection could set a precedent for future executive privilege claims. The Senate Judiciary Committee will assess Blanche’s qualifications amid the controversy. Observers will watch how the issue influences the confirmation outcome.

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