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.
The Trump administration has appointed Elias Irizarry, convicted of trespassing during the January 6 Capitol riot, to a policy role in the Pentagon. Officials defended the hire, while critics questioned it. Irizarry expressed remorse for his actions.
The US Pentagon has appointed Elias Arriaza, who participated in the January 6 Capitol riot, to a sensitive national security role in counter-terrorism, sparking concern among Defense Department staff. Arriaza pleaded guilty to trespassing and was sentenced to 14 days in jail.
The US Pentagon has appointed Elias Arreza, who participated in the January 6th Capitol riot, to a sensitive counter-terrorism role. The appointment has caused concern among Pentagon staff due to Arreza's past actions and conviction for entering a restricted building.
President Trump's disapproval rating has reached a record 58.3%, surpassing previous highs. This surge coincides with the Iran war and persistently high gas and grocery prices, with 76% of Americans believing the economy is worsening.
President Trump's job disapproval rating has reached a record 58.3%, surpassing previous highs. This surge coincides with the Iran war and persistent high gas and grocery prices, despite Trump's claims of focusing on national security over economic concerns.
Two police officers who defended the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, have sued President Trump, challenging the legality of a new $1.8 billion DOJ fund intended to compensate Trump allies alleging prosecutorial overreach.
A former Trump DOJ official reportedly boasted about compensation for Capitol rioters, as the DOJ announces a $1.7B fund for those claiming government "weaponization." The fund's administrator denies the remarks, but the official later cheered the fund's creation.
