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Senate Votes on Immigration Funding After Trump Fund Dropped

03 June 2026 17:12

The Senate begins voting on immigration enforcement funding after the Trump administration drops a controversial $1.776 billion compensation fund. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent refuses to clarify whether President Trump retains IRS audit immunity, citing ongoing litigation.

The fund, which could have benefited Jan. 6 participants, was scrapped due to bipartisan backlash.

A federal judge has reopened the case to scrutinize the settlement. - Treasury Secretary Bessent declines to answer on Trump's IRS audit immunity.

- $1.776 billion compensation fund dropped after bipartisan outrage. - Judge reopens Trump's lawsuit against IRS to examine settlement.

- Some Republicans express concern over the audit immunity deal. The settlement remains under legal scrutiny, with implications for Trump's tax liabilities and IRS transparency.

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