Settlement fund
Coverage of Settlement fund in the Nexus archive.
- Judge extends block on Trump’s $1.8bn ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
A US federal judge extended a block on the Trump administration’s $1.8bn settlement fund aimed at compensating individuals claiming to be victims of a weaponized government. The administration previously created the fund to address a lawsuit against the IRS over leaked tax returns, but plans were scrapped amid bipartisan backlash.
- Senate OKs $70B immigration bill after rejecting efforts to permanently ban Trump’s settlement fund
The Senate passed a $70 billion immigration bill to fund ICE and Border Patrol for three years after rejecting attempts to permanently ban a settlement fund linked to President Donald Trump. The 52-47 vote followed internal Republican debates over the fund, which resolves a lawsuit against the IRS over leaked tax returns.
- Senate OKs $70B immigration bill after rejecting efforts to permanently ban Trump's settlement fund
The Senate passed a $70 billion immigration bill to fund ICE and Border Patrol for three years after rejecting amendments to permanently ban a settlement fund linked to President Trump. The 52-47 vote followed internal Republican debates over the fund, which originated from a lawsuit involving Trump’s tax returns and the IRS.
- Senate OKs $70B immigration bill after rejecting efforts to permanently ban Trump's settlement fund
The Senate passed a $70 billion immigration bill to fund ICE and Border Patrol for three years, rejecting amendments to permanently ban a settlement fund linked to President Trump. The bill faces House approval next, after internal Republican debates over the fund's future.
- Senate passes $70B immigration enforcement bill without limits on Trump settlement fund
The Senate passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement bill to fund President Donald Trump's immigration agencies. The legislation was approved despite controversy over a $1.776 billion settlement fund that caused delays and backlash, though the bill does not include limits on that fund.
- Senate rejects first effort to bar Trump from creating $1.8B settlement fund
The Senate rejected a Democratic amendment to block President Donald Trump from creating a $1.776 billion settlement fund, but Republicans still face multiple amendments before the immigration funding bill can advance. Senate leaders acknowledged ongoing challenges in finalizing the legislation, with further votes planned on the settlement fund and related issues.
- Senate begins voting on bill to fund ICE, Border Patrol as Democrats try to derail it
The Senate is voting on a $70 billion bill to fund U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Border Patrol for three years, facing Democratic opposition over policy changes after protester shootings. Republicans aim to bypass the filibuster, but face challenges from Democrats seeking to eliminate a Trump-linked settlement fund.
- Senate begins voting on bill to fund ICE, Border Patrol as Democrats try to derail it
The Senate begins voting on a $70 billion bill to fund U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Border Patrol for three years, with Democrats opposing the legislation due to concerns over a Trump-linked settlement fund. Republicans aim to bypass the filibuster to pass the bill without Democratic support, but face challenges from Democratic amendments targeting the settlement fund.
- Republican senators want more answers on $1.8 billion settlement fund as Trump considers its future
Republican senators are seeking more information from the administration regarding the future of a $1.8 billion settlement fund. Trump is considering the fund's next steps as the senators express concerns about its management.
- US Senate GOP punts immigration bill amid big split with Trump over settlement fund
The US Senate GOP delayed an immigration bill due to a split with President Donald Trump over his proposed $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund. Senate Republicans sought restrictions on the fund, which aims to support victims of lawfare, as part of a $72 billion package for Homeland Security and Justice. The bill faces challenges in passing before Trump's June 1 deadline, with disagreements over eligibility for financial relief and a separate Secret Service funding allocation.
- Officers who defended Capitol from rioters sue to block payouts from fund
Two police officers who defended the U.S. Capitol during the January 6 riot have filed a lawsuit to prevent payouts from a new settlement fund. The officers are challenging the distribution of funds related to the Capitol riot incident. This legal action creates conflict over how settlement money should be allocated following the 2021 attack.