WASHINGTON - A top House Democrat on Saturday ratcheted up his demand for access to President Donald Trump’s tax returns, telling the IRS that the law clearly gives Congress a right to them. Neal, whose committee has jurisdiction over all tax issues, has formally requested President Donald Trump's tax returns from the Internal Revenue Service. By withholding his tax returns, Trump has not followed the standard followed by presidents since Richard Nixon started the practice in 1969. Mnuchin accused lawmakers of seeking Trump’s returns for political reasons. Some Treasury-watchers observe that Mnuchin’s decision to consult with the Justice Department could suggest that Treasury lawyers believe Neal has a legal right to Trump’s returns.

Source: thestar April 13, 2019 14:15 UTC