Todd Blanche’s Push for Trump’s AG Role Amid IRS Settlement Demands

President Donald Trump is reportedly seeking to settle a $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding leaked tax returns by establishing a $1.7 billion compensation fund for individuals who claim the Biden administration weaponized the legal system. While Trump cannot directly receive funds from this pool, entities associated with him may apply. This development occurs as Todd Blanche, Trump’s former personal attorney and current acting Attorney General, faces a significant conflict of interest by representing the IRS in the very lawsuit filed by the President. Blanche, who is vying for the permanent Attorney General position, has recently pursued high-profile actions against political opponents, including re-indicting James Comey and suing the Southern Poverty Law Center. A federal judge has ordered separate filings from Trump’s personal lawyers and the DOJ to address this conflict. The proposed settlement is viewed by critics as a shakedown using taxpayer money to enrich Trump’s allies, while Blanche’s compliance with these demands is seen as an attempt to secure his appointment as the top justice official.