Episode

Yes, Trump could get in trouble for his 'IRS settlement' slush fund scheme

Podcast: The Rachel Maddow Show
Published: Jun 2, 2026
Duration seconds: 2613
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Summary

Amid a politically punishing backlash against Donald Trump's flagrant $1.776 billion money grab for his criminal allies, a judge is considering whether to investigation if the "IRS settlement" on which the slush fund is based began as a legitimate court case or was a fraud on the court from the beginning. Former federal prosecutor Joyce Vance talks with Rachel Maddow about the legal guidelines the judge is considering.