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Blanche thrust into Republican firestorm over $1.8B fund as he seeks to prove his loyalty to Trump

Blanche thrust into Republican firestorm over $1.8B fund as he seeks to prove his loyalty to Trump

In pushing to prove his loyalty to President Donald Trump, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has agitated the same Republican lawmakers whose votes he may need to secure the permanent job

The Latest: Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump’s national intelligence director, citing husband’s health

The Latest: Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump’s national intelligence director, citing husband’s health

Tulsi Gabbard has resigned as President Trump’s director of national intelligence, citing her husband's battle with cancer

Pushed to the limit, Republicans show rare defiance to Trump's demands

Pushed to the limit, Republicans show rare defiance to Trump's demands

President Donald Trump’s political revenge tour met its potential match this week as angry Republican senators finally said no, even if temporarily

GOP Congressman Seeks to Halt Trump's $1.8 Billion Compensation Fund for Allies

GOP Congressman Seeks to Halt Trump's $1.8 Billion Compensation Fund for Allies

Pennsylvania GOP Representative Brian Fitzpatrick is actively seeking to block a $1.8 billion fund established by the Trump Justice Department, intended to compensate President Trump's allies. Fitzpatrick, a moderate Republican, has expressed his determination to prevent the fund from proceeding, citing concerns over its funding source and oversight. The fund, described as an 'anti-weaponization' initiative, is set to be managed by a board of five members appointed by the Attorney General, with one member selected in consultation with Congress. The announcement of the fund has caught many congressional Republicans by surprise, prompting them to seek more information about its purpose and implementation. Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Senate Appropriations Chair Susan Collins have indicated that the fund will undergo scrutiny during the appropriations process for the next fiscal year.

Senate Republicans Delay Vote on Immigration Funding Amid Trump Payout Fund Controversy

Senate Republicans Delay Vote on Immigration Funding Amid Trump Payout Fund Controversy

Senate Republicans have postponed a vote on a bill intended to provide additional funding for immigration enforcement agencies. The delay comes after internal disagreements over a new $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' proposed by President Trump. This fund is designed to compensate individuals who claim to have been victims of Justice Department actions. During a meeting, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche faced questions from Senate Republicans about the fund's eligibility criteria and safeguards. The lack of satisfactory answers led to the decision to delay the vote. The bill, which also included $1 billion for security measures related to Trump's proposed ballroom renovations, faced opposition from several Republican senators. The delay highlights growing tensions between Senate Republicans and President Trump, particularly following his endorsements in recent primary elections.

'I'm not greedy': January 6 rioters and Trump allies eye $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund

'I'm not greedy': January 6 rioters and Trump allies eye $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund

By Dan Rosenzweig-Ziff WASHINGTON, May 20 (Reuters) - Since President Donald Trump's administration announced the creation of a $1.776 billion fund for Americans deemed to be victims of political "weaponization," January 6 Capitol riot defendants and other Trump allies have scrambled to figure out

Analysis-Trump's $1.776 billion 'weaponization' fund sparks outrage, but court challenges will be tough

Analysis-Trump's $1.776 billion 'weaponization' fund sparks outrage, but court challenges will be tough

By Tom Hals and Jonathan Stempel May 20 (Reuters) - Opponents of President Donald Trump's sweeping legal settlement with the U.S.

The Latest: US government will permanently drop tax claims against Trump as part of IRS lawsuit deal

The Latest: US government will permanently drop tax claims against Trump as part of IRS lawsuit deal

The U.S. government agreed to permanently drop tax claims against President Donald Trump as part of a settlement deal to resolve Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns

The Latest: Officers who faced Jan. 6 rioters sue to block payouts from ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

The Latest: Officers who faced Jan. 6 rioters sue to block payouts from ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

Two police officers who helped defend the U.S. Capitol from an attack by a mob of President Donald Trump’s supporters have sued to block anyone from receiving payouts from a new nearly $1.8 billion settlement fund for people who claim to be victims of politically motivated prosecutions

Justice Department's $1.8 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund Lacks Safeguards, Raises Concerns

Justice Department's $1.8 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund Lacks Safeguards, Raises Concerns

The Justice Department has announced a new $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, intended to compensate individuals who believe they are victims of lawfare, including abortion clinic protesters. This fund was introduced by Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche as part of a settlement to end President Trump's lawsuit against the IRS. However, the fund has been criticized for lacking the rigorous controls typically associated with such programs. Unlike past programs created by acts of Congress, this fund does not have clear protocols or transparency measures. The fund will be managed by five commissioners appointed by the attorney general, all of whom can be removed by President Trump. Critics argue that the fund lacks sufficient oversight and accountability, raising concerns about its potential misuse.

Blanche doesn't rule out considering payments for violent Jan. 6 rioters as he defends $1.8B fund

Blanche doesn't rule out considering payments for violent Jan. 6 rioters as he defends $1.8B fund

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has not ruled out the possibility of compensating individuals involved in violence during the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot from a new $1.776 billion fund

Blanche won't rule out Trump 'weaponization' payouts to January 6 rioters who assaulted police

Blanche won't rule out Trump 'weaponization' payouts to January 6 rioters who assaulted police

By Dan Rosenzweig-Ziff WASHINGTON, May 19 (Reuters) - U.S. acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told lawmakers on Tuesday he could not commit to barring money from President Donald Trump's newly announced "weaponization" fund from going to people who assaulted police officers, including during the