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Judge Blocks Trump's $1.776B 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'

29 May 2026 09:04

A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's $1.776 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund,' created to settle Trump's lawsuit over leaked tax returns. The fund faces legal challenges over its legality and accountability.

- Judge Leonie Brinkema issued a temporary block on payouts and fund creation. - The fund was meant to compensate Trump allies claiming government weaponization.

- Republicans have questioned eligibility, including potential payouts to Jan. 6 rioters.

- A June 12 hearing will consider extending the block. The ruling halts the fund's implementation pending litigation, with no money disbursed yet.

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