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Lawmakers slam Blanche over "anti-weaponization" fund that Trump touted
Lawmakers from both parties questioned acting Attorney General Todd Blanche about the Justice Department's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, which the Trump administration has distanced itself from after facing bipartisan criticism. The fund, previously supported by Trump, has drawn backlash leading to its withdrawal.
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