Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington

The Smithsonian's Citizen Historians project documents exhibits amid concerns over censorship, a judge dismissed Trump's $3.8 billion defamation suit against the Washington Post, CREW tracks donors to Trump's projects, an appeals court blocked Trump from reinstating his name at the Kennedy Center, and three individuals were charged for damaging the Reflecting Pool.

The article tracks Trump's frequent visits to his properties and business promotion, highlights a decline in American pride among younger generations, details the National Park Service's use of hydrogen peroxide in the Reflecting Pool, and discusses a potential $300 billion U.S. tax-funded agreement with Iran. Surveys show 51% of Americans express pride in their country, down from 82% in 2013, with significant partisan and generational divides.

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 denied a temporary restraining order against President Donald Trump’s $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, citing acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s public statements that the plan is 'not moving forward.' Legal group CREW argued Blanche’s verbal rescission lacks written confirmation, while the DOJ maintained no funds have been distributed.

A federal judge denied a temporary restraining order on President Donald Trump’s $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, citing acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s public statements that the administration is not proceeding with the plan. Legal advocacy group CREW argues Blanche’s verbal rescission of the fund is invalid without written documentation, while the DOJ maintains no funds have been disbursed.

A federal judge denied a temporary restraining order on President Donald Trump’s $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, citing mootness after acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated the administration is not proceeding with the plan. Legal group CREW challenged the fund’s validity, arguing Blanche’s verbal rescission lacks written confirmation, while the DOJ claims no funds have been distributed.

A federal judge rejected a government watchdog’s request to block the Trump administration’s $1.776 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' but warned the administration against obstructing the court. The administration claims it has scrapped the fund, which was created to resolve a lawsuit over leaked tax returns, though legal challenges remain pending.

A federal judge denied a temporary restraining order on President Donald Trump’s $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, ruling the issue moot after Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated the administration is not proceeding with the plan. Legal advocacy group CREW argues Blanche’s verbal rescission is invalid without written confirmation, while the DOJ claims no funds have been distributed.

A federal judge denied a temporary restraining order on President Donald Trump’s $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, citing that the issue is moot after Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated the administration is not proceeding with the plan. Legal advocacy group CREW argued Blanche’s verbal rescission of the fund lacks written validation, while Trump praised the fund despite Blanche’s reversal.

A federal judge rejected a government watchdog's request to block the Trump administration's $1.776 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund', which aims to compensate victims of a weaponized government. The judge noted the administration's claim to have abandoned the fund but left open a separate request for a preliminary injunction. Another judge temporarily blocked the fund, which is set to expire unless extended.

The Trump administration's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, established to settle a lawsuit against the IRS, faces legal challenges and political backlash. Concerns include potential payouts to Jan. 6 rioters and lack of transparency, with a federal court temporarily blocking the fund. Congressional Republicans are divided, and advocacy groups like CREW have sued, calling it a misuse of authority.

President Donald Trump's $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, established by the Department of Justice to settle his lawsuit against the IRS, has sparked legal challenges and political divisions. Critics argue it risks rewarding January 6, 2021, riot defendants and concealing payout details, while Republican lawmakers debate its inclusion in immigration funding legislation. A federal court temporarily blocked the fund on May 29, pending a June 12 hearing.

The Trump administration's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, established to settle a lawsuit against the IRS, has drawn legal challenges and political backlash. Concerns include potential payments to Jan. 6 rioters and the fund's secrecy, while Senate Republicans delay immigration funding legislation due to disputes over its oversight.

The Trump administration's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, established to settle a lawsuit against the IRS, faces legal challenges and Republican opposition. Concerns include potential payouts to Jan. 6 rioters and lack of transparency, with a court temporarily blocking the fund pending a June 12 hearing.

The Trump administration's $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, established to settle a lawsuit against the IRS, has faced legal challenges and political backlash. Critics argue it risks rewarding Jan. 6 rioters and lacks transparency, while Republicans have split over its oversight. A federal court temporarily blocked the fund's implementation pending a June 12 hearing.

President Trump's $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, established by the DOJ to settle his lawsuit against the IRS, has sparked legal challenges and political divisions over concerns it could reward Jan. 6 rioters and lack transparency. A federal court temporarily blocked the fund, and Republican lawmakers have demanded congressional oversight before supporting its implementation.

President Donald Trump's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, established by the Department of Justice to settle his lawsuit against the IRS, has faced legal challenges and political backlash. Critics, including advocacy groups like CREW, argue the fund lacks transparency and risks rewarding Jan. 6 rioters, while Republican lawmakers debate its legitimacy. A court temporarily blocked the fund on May 29, pending a June 12 hearing.

President Donald Trump's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, established by the Department of Justice to settle a lawsuit against the IRS, has faced legal challenges and political backlash. Critics argue the fund risks rewarding Jan. 6 riot defendants and lacks transparency, while Republican lawmakers have demanded oversight and guardrails before supporting related legislation.

President Trump's $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, established by the DOJ to settle his lawsuit against the IRS, faces legal challenges and Republican opposition. Critics argue it risks rewarding Jan. 6 rioters and lacks transparency, while Senate Republicans demand oversight measures. A federal court temporarily blocked the fund on May 29.

The Trump administration's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, established to settle a lawsuit against the IRS, faces legal challenges and political backlash. Critics argue it risks rewarding Jan. 6 riot defendants and lacks transparency, while Republicans are divided over its structure and oversight. A federal court temporarily blocked the fund pending a June 12 hearing.

A watchdog group asked the Department of Transportation Inspector General to investigate Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's participation in a reality series with his family. The group, Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington, wants to know who paid for their participation. The investigation is related to Duffy's appearance in 'The Great American Road Trip' reality series.