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The DOJ is trying to let Trump and his companies off the hook for past tax problems

President Trump's settlement over the leak of his tax returns frees him and his company from any past IRS problems. Critics say that gives him a sweeping free pass from audits and tax penalties.

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Carrie Johnson is a justice correspondent for the Washington Desk.