Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot
Coverage of Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot in the Nexus archive.
- Newsom wants to claw back Trump fund cash as California burns billions on rail and other 'boondoggles'
California Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes a 100% tax on residents receiving funds from President Donald Trump's Anti-Weaponization Fund, which critics accuse of rewarding individuals linked to the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot. Newsom faces accusations of hypocrisy over California's spending on projects like its high-speed rail and a wildlife crossing bridge, which critics label 'boondoggles.'
- US Senate GOP punts immigration bill amid big split with Trump over settlement fund
The US Senate GOP delayed an immigration funding bill due to disagreements with President Donald Trump over his proposed 'anti-weaponization' settlement fund. Senate Republicans sought restrictions on the $1.776 billion fund, which aims to support 'victims of lawfare,' while the administration pushed for its inclusion in a $72 billion funding package for Homeland Security and Justice. No resolution was reached after closed-door negotiations with Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.