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The Judgment Fund Loophole: Why Taxpayers Might Pay Trump $10 Billion for IRS Leaks

Reports indicate the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is considering a historic settlement in President Donald Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS over leaked tax returns. Because the President oversees both agencies, this potential deal raises unprecedented ethical dilemmas. Most staggering of all: the settlement could result in American taxpayers directly financing a massive…

Close-up of a credit card being placed on a restaurant receipt in an Illinois bistro, with the 'Tip' and 'Tax' lines highlighted to illustrate the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act and swipe fees.

Skimming the Surface: How Illinois is Leading the Fight Against Hidden Credit Card Fees

Illinois is the first, and currently the only state, to pass a law banning financial institutions from charging swipe fees on taxes and tips. While banks and lobbyists are running ads claiming Illinois’ new swipe fee law (IFPA) hurts workers, the reality is the opposite. The law protects tips from being “skimmed” by banks, potentially…