The Justice Department has announced a $1.8 billion fund as part of a settlement agreement in a lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service.
The lawsuit originated from the leak of former President Donald Trump’s tax returns in 2019.
The dismissal of the case appears to be part of the Trump administration’s effort to resolve the matter.
The settlement fund will be used to compensate those affected by the breach of confidential tax information.
Officials said the agreement aims to close the long-running legal dispute without further litigation.
The case raised significant questions about taxpayer privacy and the security of sensitive financial records.
The Justice Department did not admit liability as part of the settlement terms.
The $1.8 billion fund marks one of the largest financial resolutions tied to a privacy breach involving government data.
