Anti-weaponization fund

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation imposing a 100% California tax on payouts from Donald Trump's $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization' fund. The law targets money from Trump's 'slush fund' to levy a full tax rate.

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation to impose a 100% California tax on payouts from Donald Trump's $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization' fund. The tax applies to money received from the fund by individuals or entities.

A federal judge has allowed a lawsuit over the U.S. Department of Justice's 'anti-weaponization' fund to proceed. Judge Leonie Brinkema stated that a short written declaration under penalty of perjury would have been sufficient to dismiss the case.

A judge ruled that a lawsuit against the Trump DOJ's 'anti-weaponization' fund will proceed. The decision allows legal action to continue regarding the fund's purpose.

Rep. Jamie Raskin is leading an effort to block the Trump administration’s $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund through a discharge petition requiring 218 signatures. The No Carte Blanche Act aims to prevent payouts to Jan. 6 Capitol rioters and blocks a provision freeing Trump’s taxes from audits. A previous Senate attempt failed with a 50-49 vote.

Virginia Attorney Jay Jones joined a coalition of 22 Democratic attorneys general challenging a settlement in a lawsuit against the IRS, arguing it creates a fund that could benefit Jan. 6 defendants. The coalition claims the agreement between President Donald Trump and the Justice Department is collusive and shields Trump and his interests.

Twenty-three Democratic state attorneys general asked a federal judge to investigate President Donald Trump over a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury, alleging collusive misconduct to benefit Trump and his allies. Trump dropped the lawsuit in exchange for immunity from tax audits and a scrapped 'anti-weaponization fund,' which faced bipartisan criticism. A judge reopened the case after former judges called the settlement a 'fraud upon the court.'

The Justice Department (DOJ) refused a federal judge's demand to confirm a nearly $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund is defunct, citing 'serious separation of powers concerns.' Judge Leonie Brinkema blocked the fund and set a seven-day deadline for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, and an associate attorney to respond.

A U.S. Justice Department attorney stated that Trump administration officials considered unnecessary a requirement to sign a document under penalty of perjury confirming the termination of a proposed anti-weaponization fund. Judge Leonie Brinkema had ordered three senior officials to affirm the fund's cancellation, but Andrew Block argued the court already had sufficient assurances, citing prior statements from acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and others.

The DOJ refused a judge's request to provide written assurance that it will not proceed with the 'anti-weaponization' fund. The fund was established in May as part of a settlement from President Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service.

The DOJ has refused to provide a signed declaration from acting AG Todd Blanche confirming the abandonment of pursuing President Trump’s 'Anti-Weaponization Fund.' The refusal indicates ongoing legal uncertainty regarding the fund's status.

A senior Justice Department official dismissed a judge's demand for a declaration on the status of the 'anti-weaponization' fund as 'unnecessary.' The DOJ rebuffed the request, indicating the fund's status remains unresolved.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has filed a lawsuit against the D.C. Bar to stop disciplinary action against Jeffrey Clark, a DOJ lawyer who served during the first Trump administration and was recommended for disbarment for making false statements in an attempt to overturn the 2020 election. The DOJ claims the D.C. Bar's case is an example of 'weaponization' and has established a $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund to compensate individuals like Clark.

Todd Blanche is seeking confirmation as attorney general, addressing concerns about the withdrawn Anti-Weaponization Fund and an IRS settlement provision indemnifying President Donald Trump. Republican senators, including those on the Judiciary Committee, have expressed support, with a confirmation hearing scheduled for July 15.

The Senate Judiciary Committee has scheduled confirmation hearings for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche in mid-July, as Republican senators remain undecided about supporting him. Concerns center on assurances that a controversial $1.776 billion settlement fund will not proceed, with some Republicans seeking further guarantees before voting.

Todd Blanche faces a Senate confirmation hearing for attorney general, with key Republicans like Thom Tillis and John Cornyn withholding final judgment. Tillis will assess the status of the Justice Department's 'anti-weaponization' fund, while Cornyn awaits the hearing to decide his stance. Both senators indicate Blanche has not crossed major red lines, including support for the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

A federal judge in Virginia issued a preliminary injunction halting President Donald Trump's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund for one week, requiring the government to sign a formal agreement confirming its dissolution. The judge cited concerns about the fund's potential use to pay Trump supporters, including individuals involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, which led to multiple lawsuits.

A U.S. federal judge extended a block on President Donald Trump’s 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' but indicated she may dismiss the case if officials confirm the project is abandoned. The judge rejected the Justice Department’s argument that the lawsuit became moot after the acting Attorney General stated the plan is not proceeding, citing Trump’s continued support as casting doubt on the decision.

A federal judge ordered the Kennedy Center to remove President Trump's name from the institution as part of an ongoing court case. The judge also extended a block on the Justice Department's proposed $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund and approved the DOJ's approval of Paramount's $110 billion bid for Warner Bros.

A federal judge in Virginia issued a preliminary injunction halting President Donald Trump's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund for one week, requiring the government to confirm its dissolution. The fund, created in exchange for Trump dropping a lawsuit against the IRS, faced legal challenges over concerns it would support individuals involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

A Clinton-appointed federal judge indefinitely blocked the Trump administration's $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund, citing concerns it could be revived. Another judge declined to intervene after the Justice Department said the fund would not proceed, but critics argue its formal termination remains incomplete. Trump expressed support for the fund, while the Justice Department faces pressure to confirm its permanent dismantlement.

A Clinton-appointed federal judge blocked the Trump administration's $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund, citing insufficient assurances it would not be revived. Another judge rejected a request to intervene but warned the Justice Department against reviving the program. The fund, created from a Trump-IRS lawsuit settlement, faces criticism as a potential 'slush fund' and has not been formally terminated.

A federal judge indefinitely extended a block on a $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund under the Trump administration. The judge ordered officials to confirm the fund would not proceed, while the administration argued the case is moot after announcing it would not go forward. Critics called the fund a 'slush fund' for political allies and a tool for compensating those linked to the Jan. 6 insurrection.

A federal judge in Virginia issued a preliminary injunction halting President Donald Trump’s $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund for one week, requiring the government to sign a written agreement confirming its dissolution. The fund, created in exchange for Trump dropping a lawsuit against the IRS, faces legal challenges from plaintiffs including a former Department of Justice prosecutor and a protester, represented by Democracy Forward and Common Cause.

A federal judge in Virginia issued a preliminary injunction halting Trump's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund for one week, requiring the government to sign a formal agreement confirming its dissolution. The fund, created in exchange for Trump dropping a lawsuit against the IRS, faces legal challenges from groups including Democracy Forward and Common Cause, who argue it could fund individuals involved in the 2021 Capitol riot.

A federal judge in Virginia issued a preliminary injunction halting Trump's $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund for one week, requiring the government to sign a formal agreement confirming its dissolution. The fund, created in exchange for Trump dropping a lawsuit against the IRS, faces legal challenges from plaintiffs including a former DOJ prosecutor and a protester, represented by Democracy Forward and Common Cause.

A federal judge in Virginia issued a preliminary injunction blocking President Donald Trump's $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund for one week, requiring the government to confirm its dissolution in writing. The fund, created in exchange for Trump dropping a lawsuit against the IRS, faces legal challenges from plaintiffs including a former DOJ prosecutor and a protester, represented by Democracy Forward and Common Cause, over concerns it could support individuals involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

A federal judge extended a block on the Trump administration's $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' until further notice, rejecting the government's claim that lawsuits challenging the fund are moot. The fund, created to resolve a lawsuit over leaked tax returns, faces bipartisan opposition, and acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced plans to scrap it, though plaintiffs and judges remain unconvinced.

A U.S. District Judge indefinitely blocked Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund and ordered the acting attorney general and Treasury secretary to submit written declarations confirming its termination within one week.

A federal judge extended a block on the Trump administration's $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'.

A federal judge extended a block on the Trump administration's $1.8 billion settlement fund. The extension prevents the fund's creation and operation as per the court order.

A federal judge extended a court-ordered block on the Trump administration's $1.8 billion settlement fund. The extension prevents the fund's creation and operation.

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration’s $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund for one week, requiring the government to sign a 'clear, unambiguous' agreement confirming its dissolution. Plaintiffs include a former Department of Justice Jan. 6 prosecutor and a protester, represented by Democracy Forward and Common Cause, who argue the fund could pay Trump supporters involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

A federal judge in Virginia blocked President Trump’s $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund for one week, requiring the government to sign an agreement confirming its dissolution. The fund, created by the Department of Justice in exchange for Trump dropping his lawsuit against the IRS, faces lawsuits from plaintiffs including a former DOJ prosecutor and a protester, represented by Democracy Forward and Common Cause.

A federal judge issued an injunction blocking the Trump administration from establishing its $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund.'

A judge extended the block on the DOJ's 'anti-weaponization' fund and ordered Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to submit a sworn declaration confirming the fund is not proceeding.

A federal judge extended a block on the Trump administration's $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund', rejecting the government's claim that lawsuits against it are moot. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the fund's cancellation due to backlash, but Judge Leonie Brinkema ruled the block remains in place until the government provides a sworn declaration it will not revive the fund.

A federal judge extended a block on Trump’s $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund, which aims to compensate victims of a weaponized government. The Trump administration plans to scrap the fund due to bipartisan backlash, but plaintiffs argue it is illegal to divert taxpayer money for such payouts.

A federal judge has indefinitely blocked a $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund after the Trump administration announced it had scrapped the plan. The court action follows the administration's decision to cancel the funding initiative.

A federal judge extended a block on the Trump administration's $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' amid legal challenges. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the government would abandon the fund due to backlash, but plaintiffs and Judge Leonie Brinkema rejected assurances it would not proceed. Another judge, Richard Leon, accepted Blanche's claim that the fund is moot.