Did Anyone See the Story about the IRS Auditor who Stole Tax Return Information?

Specifically Trump's. Charles Edward Littlejohn of Washington pleaded guilty to unauthorized disclosure of tax return information. He worked as a consultant from 2008-2013, quit then returned in 2017 with the sole purpose of disclosing personal tax information.

He knew he could not search specifically for Trump because that would set up red flags so he submitted sophisticated searches on other presidents including Trump then downloaded them to machines which he later destroyed.

Boy his timing is impeccable. Who hired this mastermind? Do you think he will serve his 5 yrs? me either

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Heartlander · 80-89, M

There are a few issues,

(1) taxes are so complicated that it's unlikely that anyone who has to file a partnership or corporate return would do so error free. The more complex the business structure the more complex the taxes and the more likely it would raise questions about its accuracy. Couple that with prosecutorial discretion in a system where products are politically appointed and you have the foundation for political mischief.
(2) it's unlikely that tax information, bank information, credit card information, legal document filings etc can be kept confidential. Too many people in the information chain to spill the beans.