Judge Mary Kay Vyskocil extended a freeze on a Trump-era compensation fund, citing a "gap in the record" regarding its official rescission. She will likely dismiss the challenge if officials file declarations abandoning the plan, but otherwise, fact-finding will proceed.
President Trump's $1.8 billion compensation fund for allies faces obstacles, but hundreds of Capitol rioters are seeking payouts via the Federal Tort Claims Act, with at least 600 claims filed so far.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent testifies on department priorities amid questions about Trump's IRS audit immunity. Ex-adviser John Bolton agrees to plead guilty to retaining classified info. American Airlines suspends summer routes due to fuel costs. Supreme Court sides with Trump admin on telecom regulation.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent refused to answer questions regarding Donald Trump's immunity from IRS audits, citing ongoing litigation. This comes after the administration abandoned a $1.776 billion compensation fund, but acting AG Todd Blanche suggested the audit immunity aspect might still be in effect.
The Trump administration has abandoned plans for a $1.8 billion "Anti-Weaponization Fund" intended to compensate individuals who felt unfairly targeted by the justice system. The decision followed intense political backlash from both Democrats and Republicans concerned about oversight and potential payouts to Jan. 6 rioters.
The US Justice Department has dropped a $1.8 billion compensation fund plan, criticized as a "slush fund" for Trump allies. Acting AG Todd Blanche announced the decision, a setback for a divisive initiative that faced opposition from Democrats, legal experts, and Republicans.
The Department of Justice will not operate a planned $1.8 billion compensation fund created to settle a lawsuit by Donald Trump against the IRS, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche testified. Blanche stated, "We are not moving forward with the fund, period."
A proposed $1.8 billion fund by US President Donald Trump to compensate victims of alleged government "weaponisation" has been put on hold due to strong opposition from Republican lawmakers in Congress. The White House faced an impasse with senators over a $72 billion bill for ICE and Border Patrol operations, leading to the fund's suspension.
The Trump administration's $1.8bn fund to compensate individuals "unfairly" investigated under previous presidents is facing sharp criticism, even from within the Republican party. Disagreements over the fund's potential to compensate those involved in the January 6th Capitol riot led to the delay of a government funding bill.
US President Trump's plan for a $1.8 billion fund to compensate alleged victims of political prosecution has met strong opposition within his own Republican party in the Senate. Many Republicans view the fund as a "payoff for punks" and "bribe money," providing ammunition for Democrats ahead of the congressional elections.
A proposed compensation fund by Donald Trump for alleged victims of the US justice system is causing internal Republican dissent, delaying a crucial Senate vote on immigration agency funding. Critics suspect it's a reward for Trump allies.
A $1.776 billion compensation fund from the Trump administration may violate a directive by former AG Pam Bondi, legal experts say. The fund's structure could benefit third-party claimants not involved in lawsuits, contradicting Bondi's memo.
Iran's Supreme Leader claims recent war elevated the nation to great power status. US soldiers allege medical support was ignored before a fatal Iranian strike in Kuwait. Trump set a 3-day deadline for a deal with Tehran, while Democrats are furious over a $1.776B compensation fund for Trump.
US President Donald Trump faces criticism for a new compensation fund for alleged victims of state actions. Democrats call it "hush money" for allies, potentially benefiting Trump supporters charged after the 2021 Capitol attack.
Donald Trump is withdrawing his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS, following reports of a potential $1.7 billion fund to compensate allies. Democrats criticize the plan as an "unconstitutional political grievance fund."
