California Targets Trump Fund With Full Tax

"California officials plan to levy a 100 percent tax on money from the former president’s $1. 8 billion relief fund for alleged political violence victims. " "The state’s governor said anyone in California who receives any part of this money will have to pay the full amount back as tax. " "Officials described the fund, created after a settlement with the IRS, as a ‘slush fund’ and hinted at an upcoming tax policy, but did not give a start date. " "While the White House and Justice Department have yet to comment, the move follows Trump’s pardon of over 1, 500 people involved in last year’s Capitol riot. ""Those pardoned now seek compensation for the loss of jobs and time behind bars, claiming they were treated unfairly by the current administration’s justice system. " "Two police officers who defended the Capitol have already filed a lawsuit challenging California’s tax plan, arguing it would pay former rioters. " "Some lawmakers question whether the settlement should block future IRS audits of Trump and his family, adding that paying for those who admit guilt feels unjust. " "Overall, the decision highlights growing tensions over how political events are funded and who bears the cost. "