Donald Trump Sues IRS and Treasury for Leaking His Tax Data
Former United States President Donald Trump has initiated a civil legal process claiming compensation of ten billion dollars. The lawsuit is directed against the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Department of the Treasury, and has been filed in a federal court in the state of Florida. The main accusation is that these federal agencies failed to adequately safeguard his confidential tax records. 🏛️
The Basis of the Legal Claim
The court documents argue that a former government contractor was able to access and then disclose Trump's private financial information to major media outlets, such as The New York Times and ProPublica. This episode, which allegedly occurred between 2018 and 2020, caused, according to the lawsuit, a significant harm to his public reputation, financial situation, and image as a businessman and political figure, resulting in public humiliation.
The plaintiffs in the case:- Donald Trump, former president and business magnate.
- Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, his sons and top executives.
- The parent company, The Trump Organization.
The lawsuit asserts that the massive leak was not an isolated event, but the consequence of a system that failed to protect taxpayers' privacy.
Accusations of Gross Negligence
The core of the lawsuit rests on the alleged negligence or even intentional actions by the sued agencies. Despite federal law establishing strict standards for safeguarding the confidentiality of tax data, the IRS and the Treasury did not prevent unauthorized access to this highly sensitive information. The plaintiffs allege a clear breach of the custody duty that these institutions have. ⚖️
Key legal arguments:- Lack of sufficient security measures by the federal agencies.
- Breach of the legal obligation to protect taxpayers' data.
- Direct liability for allowing the leak through a former contractor.
A Case of Unwanted Exposure
The situation presents an interesting paradox: a person with enormous public exposure alleges damages from an additional revelation, but this time focused on his private finances, an area he always tried to keep in the strictest secrecy. The case will test how harm from leaking information is valued, which, although belonging to a public figure, is legally protected. 🔒