Trump says anti-weaponization fund in IRS settlement is 'dead' even as he defends it

President Trump declared his $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund 'dead' while continuing to defend it, complicating negotiations with Republican senators blocking his attorney general nominee. Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis demand written assurances the fund won't proceed, as Trump argues it compensates those prosecuted by the Justice Department, including individuals involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack.