The Senate is set to advance Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general after Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis reached a deal with the DOJ to formally terminate the 'anti-weaponization fund' and clarify its scope, addressing concerns that had stalled his confirmation.
Donald Trump's controversial $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization fund,' intended for political allies and Jan 6 rioters, has been officially rescinded by Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche. This move secured the votes of Republican Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn, clearing Blanche's path to confirmation.
The U.S. Senate reconvenes with Todd Blanche's confirmation hearing on the agenda, as Blanche rescinded a controversial 'anti-weaponization fund' plan. Separately, President Trump announced a deal to cancel planned attacks on Iran, causing oil prices to drop, while the DOJ's use of a Civil War-era statute and Capital One's closure of Trump Organization accounts are also in focus.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche officially terminated President Trump's "anti-weaponization fund" via a memo, ahead of his Senate confirmation vote. The fund, intended for those targeted by previous administrations, faced criticism from Republican senators who feared it would compensate January 6 assaulters, despite Trump's defense of the fund.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche formally terminated President Donald Trump's $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization fund" via a Sunday order. This move follows weeks of negotiations with Republican Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, who had blocked Blanche's nomination over concerns about the fund, clearing the path for his Senate confirmation vote.
Senator Thom Tillis threatened to withhold his vote for Donald Trump's attorney general nominee, Todd Blanche, if Trump pursues his $1.8 billion "Anti-Weaponization Fund." This escalates a dispute between Senate Republicans and Trump over the fund, which Tillis and Senator John Cornyn demand be permanently dissolved.
The Department of Justice rejected a federal judge's demand for a written statement confirming the "anti-weaponization fund" will not proceed, citing "separation of powers concerns." Judge Leonie Brinkema had previously blocked the $1.8 billion fund.
A federal judge in Virginia extended her block on the DOJ's $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund,' deeming Acting AG Todd Blanche's verbal assurance insufficient. Judge Leonie Brinkema ordered written declarations from Blanche and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent by next week, citing concerns raised by Trump's reaction and the fund's potential to compensate Jan. 6 rioters.
Trump's $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund is halted, facing lawsuits and Republican opposition. Bill Pulte named acting intel director despite lacking national security experience. Meanwhile, Iowa primary results and concerns over immigrant targeting on a new White House webpage are highlighted.
The Trump administration has paused plans for a nearly $1.8 billion "Anti-Weaponization Fund" following Republican backlash and legal challenges. The fund, intended to compensate those who believe they were unjustly investigated, faced outrage over potential payouts to Jan. 6 Capitol rioters.
The DOJ pauses an anti-weaponization fund following backlash, while California and other states hold primaries. Meanwhile, Iran suspends peace talks with the U.S. over the conflict in Lebanon.
President Trump's plan for a $1.8 billion compensation fund for allies faces legal challenges. Federal judges have temporarily blocked payments, citing concerns of a 'slush fund' for political supporters and potential corruption. The Department of Justice will comply with the court's ruling.
President Trump is reportedly abandoning plans for a $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' after federal judges blocked payments and lawmakers criticized it as a 'slush fund' for allies. The fund aimed to compensate supporters allegedly targeted by government investigations.
The Trump administration is reportedly planning to drop the Department of Justice's $1.8 billion "Anti-Weaponization Fund" amid legal and political opposition. The fund, created from a settlement with the IRS, aimed to compensate alleged victims of prosecutorial overreach.
Democrats in the US Senate are moving to block a $1.8bn "MAGA slush fund" established as part of a settlement in Donald Trump's lawsuit against the IRS. Critics call it "self-dealing" and "corruption," with a judge temporarily blocking fund transfers.
Democrat-led US states are considering a 100% tax on payouts from Donald Trump's $1.776 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund,' intended to compensate victims of alleged government overreach. A federal judge has temporarily blocked the fund's establishment, while critics label it a 'slush fund.'
US military strikes on Iranian sites, including Qeshm Island, prompt Iranian retaliation. Tensions escalate amid ongoing conflict in Lebanon. Congress grapples with funding immigration enforcement and a controversial "anti-weaponization fund" established by Trump, facing legal and political challenges.
Donald Trump defended the new DOJ 'Anti-Weaponization Fund,' created as part of a settlement for his lawsuit against the IRS. Critics call it a 'slush fund,' while supporters argue it compensates victims of 'weaponized' government actions. Republican senators expressed dismay, though some House Republicans defended it.
Donald Trump has dropped a $10bn lawsuit against the IRS in exchange for a $1.8bn 'anti-weaponisation fund' to compensate individuals who believe they were unfairly investigated by the government. Legal analyst Kristy Greenberg discusses criticism of the fund.
Sen. Mitch McConnell blasted the DOJ's new $1.8 billion "lawfare" fund as "utterly stupid, morally wrong." Acting AG Todd Blanche met with GOP senators to address concerns over the fund, intended to compensate alleged victims of prosecutorial overreach, which critics fear could include Jan. 6 rioters.
Sen. Mitch McConnell and other GOP senators criticized the DOJ's new "lawfare" fund, intended to compensate victims of prosecutorial overreach. Concerns were raised that the fund could compensate individuals who assaulted police officers during the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
Donald Trump's administration is reportedly creating a $1.8 billion "Anti-Weaponization Fund" to compensate allies, following a lawsuit against the IRS. The fund, described as secretive and controlled by Trump, also requires the IRS to drop audits of Trump and his family. Critics decry it as bald self-dealing and corruption.
The DOJ has granted Donald Trump, his family, and businesses immunity from ongoing tax audits. This follows Trump's settlement of a $10bn lawsuit against the IRS over leaked tax information. Critics call the move 'corruption' and 'unconstitutional'.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed disapproval of a $1.7 billion "anti-weaponization fund" proposed by the Trump administration to compensate individuals "unfairly" investigated by Democrats. Acting AG Todd Blanche defended the fund, stating it's not limited to specific political affiliations or events like January 6th.
