Todd Blanche Modifies IRS Audit Immunity Deal, Narrowing Scope

New York, NY, August 3, 2026 —

Todd Blanche has reportedly taken steps toward confirmation following modifications to an IRS audit immunity deal. The changes to the agreement appear to have significantly narrowed its scope, moving away from its previous inclusion of the Trump family.

The exact details of the modified deal were not immediately available. However, sources indicate that the revised agreement no longer extends immunity to the Trump family, a key alteration from its initial terms. This development brings Blanche closer to confirmation in his role, though specific timelines or final confirmation details were not provided.

The IRS audit immunity deal is a crucial element in the confirmation process, intended to provide protection from potential prosecution related to tax matters. The initial scope of the deal, which included the Trump family, suggested a broader application of this immunity. The modification suggests a recalibration of that scope.

The contractor’s name, beyond Todd Blanche, was not provided. The specific reasons for the modification of the IRS audit immunity deal were also not detailed in the available information. Further details regarding the confirmation process and the implications of the modified deal are expected to emerge.

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