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.
Republicans face a test of their loyalty to Donald Trump as they consider the nomination of Todd Blanche, Trump's former attorney, to lead the Justice Department. A controversial "anti-weaponization fund" announced by Blanche has angered GOP senators, highlighting a potential rift over Trump's influence.
Republicans face a test of loyalty as Donald Trump nominates former attorney Todd Blanche to lead the DOJ. A controversial "anti-weaponization fund" has angered GOP senators, highlighting divisions over Trump's influence and the January 6th Capitol attack.
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.
President Trump signed an executive order creating a voluntary framework for AI developers to share advanced models with the government. He also addressed the suspension of a $1.8 billion fund for victims of political weaponization and discussed sanctions relief for Iran.
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.
The Senate is set for a vote-a-rama on a $72 billion budget package for immigration agencies. Democrats plan to force Republicans to vote on controversial Trump-backed items like a White House ballroom fund and an "anti-weaponization" fund, aiming to highlight GOP divisions and alleged corruption.
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.
The US Justice Department and IRS settled Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit over a tax return leak by creating a $1.76 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' for alleged victims of 'lawfare' under the Biden administration. Trump receives an apology, not direct compensation.
Donald Trump's DOJ is creating a $1.7 billion "anti-weaponization fund" to compensate allies prosecuted or investigated under previous administrations. Announced by Acting AG Todd Blanche, the fund aims to settle a lawsuit filed by Trump against the IRS. Critics, including Hillary Clinton and Ron Wyden, have labeled it a "slush fund."
