As Donald Trump increases his odds to win the Republican presidential nomination, one big question keeps popping up: Will he release his tax returns?
It’s not a requirement for candidates, but the disclosure has become a standard practice. Trump says he hasn’t decided yet if he’ll release his returns, and his lack of action is raising an even bigger question: What’s inside?
At least one prominent Republican thinks some big news could be lying in the documents—2012 Republican nominee Mitt Romney.
On Fox News Wednesday, Romney declared his belief that Trump’s tax return could include a “bombshell.” It is a bit ironic for Romney to push Trump on the issue, as his delay in releasing his tax returns caused much controversy in 2012.
Trump responded to Romney on Twitter with his characteristic vitriol.
Mitt Romney, who was one of the dumbest and worst candidates in the history of Republican politics, is now pushing me on tax returns. Dope!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 25, 2016
Why doesn’t @MittRomney just endorse @marcorubio already.
Should have done it before NH or Nevada where he had a little sway. Too late
now!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 25, 2016
Just for your info, tax returns have 0 to do w/ someone’s net worth. I have already filed my financial statements w/ FEC. They are great!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 25, 2016
Signing a recent tax return- isn't this ridiculous? Pic.twitter.com/UdwqF4iZIZ
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 25, 2016
Trump joins his fellow Republican candidates for their final debate tonight before the Super Tuesday primaries on March 1.