Originally Posted by
joe s
This is so standard and ordinary it shouldn't even be an issue. At this mans level of business and the professionals that serve him, this information should be readily available. I am certain it is complex, but to be under audit for the last thirteen years raises questions about how income and expenses are recognized and applied under GAAP. Needless to say, there should not have to be a full and complete disclosure, but main entries should be made available. As a taxpayer, I would expect nothing less from either candidate and this process does not mar or represent anything.
Clinton clearly does not want to release records of speeches, emails....etc. For her, I would only assume she has something to hide.
For Trump, maybe his reasons are different, but I guarantee he will eventually be forced to divulge this information. I am sure people are going to be surprised with many things on his tax return, but he is a wealthy man with multiple sources of income and accounting methods so the average person is only interested in a few items.
For those trying to pretend this is not an important step or process in the road to the presidency is taking everyone out there for stupid.