WASHINGTON: A U.S. federal judge has imposed professional sanctions on attorneys who represented President Donald Trump in litigation against the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), ruling that the case was pursued for an improper purpose.
In the ruling, the judge said that Trump and his two sons acted in bad faith in connection with the lawsuit.
The court found that the legal action against the IRS was not brought for a legitimate legal objective, but rather sought to influence the judicial process.
According to the judge, the lawsuit appeared to be an attempt to manipulate court proceedings and secure judicial approval for a controversial tax-related arrangement that would have provided tax protection to Trump.
The judge also criticized the U.S. Department of Justice, expressing concerns about aspects of its handling of the case.
As a result of the court’s findings, the attorneys who represented Trump in the IRS litigation were subjected to professional disciplinary sanctions. The specific nature of the sanctions was outlined in the court’s order.
The ruling represents a significant development in the long-running legal disputes involving President Trump and tax-related matters, underscoring the court’s view that lawyers are expected to uphold their professional and ethical obligations when presenting claims before the judiciary.
The decision may be subject to further legal proceedings, including possible appeals, in accordance with U.S. law.
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