Trump Keeps Immunity from I.R.S. Audits, Even as $1.8 Billion Fund Falls Away

Even as they rebelled against a $1.8 billion fund for President Trump’s allies, Republicans looked the other way as his administration granted him potentially lucrative tax protections.President Trump has long sought to avoid scrutiny of his taxes, and during his first run for office refused to release his tax returns, breaking a norm for presidential candidates.