Trump: I Paid Takes and a Lot of State Taxes

The transcript discusses a recent New York Times story about alleged low federal income tax payments. The speaker refutes the claims as fake news, explaining that their tax returns are under audit and cannot be released. They express dissatisfaction with the IRS's treatment and emphasize the transparency of their financial filings. The speaker criticizes the media for spreading false stories, which they believe contributes to low public trust.

What was the annual federal income tax amount mentioned in the text?

What does the speaker claim about their treatment by the IRS?

What reasons does the speaker give for not releasing their tax returns?

What does the speaker say about the filings they have to submit?

How does the speaker describe the media coverage regarding their tax situation?