On Friday, former President Donald Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to express his grievances about the financial implications of his legal choices. He stated that by dropping a $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), he forfeited an 'absolute fortune' in favor of a nearly $1.8 billion taxpayer-funded settlement. This settlement is intended to assist those he claims were unfairly targeted by the Biden administration's Justice Department. Trump framed his decision as a selfless act of helping others, stating, 'I am helping others, who were so badly abused by an evil, corrupt, and weaponized Biden Administration, receive, at long last, JUSTICE!' However, it is worth noting that the presiding judge had previously shown skepticism regarding the merits of Trump's lawsuit, which could have led to its dismissal. Additionally, the fund created from this settlement may also provide financial assistance to individuals convicted of assaulting police officers during the January 6 Capitol riots. Trump's comments highlight his ongoing legal battles and the complex interplay between his claims of victimhood and the realities of his legal situations.