Former judges urge reopening of Trumps IRS tax case to investigate potential fraud

May 28, 2026 • Google News World

Four former judges have urged the court to reopen an ongoing lawsuit involving former President Donald Trump’s settlement with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The case centers on a $1.3 billion payout fund established by Trump as part of his 2016 presidential campaign.

The four ex-judges, who previously served on various federal courts, argue that the IRS settlement should be subject to further investigation due to potential “fraud” allegations. They claim that the settlement was made without proper oversight and transparency.

In a joint statement, the former judges stated that they believe the court should reopen the case to examine the circumstances surrounding the payout fund. The group’s request for an inquiry into the matter has sparked renewed attention on the controversy surrounding Trump’s financial dealings during his presidency.

The IRS settlement in question was established as part of Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign, with the aim of paying back donors who had contributed to his campaign. However, some critics have raised concerns about the lack of transparency and oversight surrounding the payout fund.

The court has yet to make a decision on the ex-judges’ request for an inquiry into the matter.

Source: Google News World