Trump's Tax Returns Released After Long Fight With Congress

Trump's Tax Returns Released After Long Fight With Congress

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The House Ways and Means Committee released thousands of pages of Donald Trump's tax returns, revealing his use of tax loopholes to minimize liabilities. The documents show Trump paid little federal income tax during his presidency, with significant business losses reported. Trump called the release a political witch hunt. The IRS's delayed audit of Trump's taxes has led to proposed legislation for faster audits. Republicans criticized the release, fearing it sets a dangerous precedent. The political battle continues as Republicans plan to investigate President Biden's family.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason for the release of Trump's tax documents by the House Ways and Means Committee?

To comply with a court order

To provide transparency on presidential taxes

To confirm the use of tax loopholes

To investigate Trump's business dealings

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In 2020, what was the reported amount of losses claimed by Trump on his tax returns?

$0

$15 million

$1 million

$390,000

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Trump describe the release of his tax documents?

A financial review

A necessary transparency

A political witch hunt

A legal obligation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What precedent did Trump break regarding presidential tax documents?

Not releasing tax documents while in office

Releasing tax documents after presidency

Releasing tax documents before election

Not paying taxes during presidency

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legislative proposal is being considered to improve the IRS auditing process?

Immediate audits for presidential candidates

Annual audits for all citizens

Mandatory audits within 90 days of presidency

Random audits for high-income individuals

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern do Republicans have about the release of Trump's tax documents?

It affects future elections

It violates privacy laws

It reveals financial misconduct

It sets a dangerous precedent

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What future actions are Republicans planning in response to the release of Trump's tax documents?

Investigating Biden's family business dealings

Releasing more of Trump's documents

Proposing new tax legislation

Challenging the IRS in court