Slush Fund
Coverage of Slush Fund in the Nexus archive.
- Kash Patel accused of directing $1m to ‘slush fund’ to pay bonuses to loyalist agents
FBI director Kash Patel is accused of directing over $1m in taxpayer-funded bonus payments to a group of loyalist agents, allegedly creating a 'personal slush fund' that may have violated federal law. Congressman Jamie Raskin claims Patel authorized recurring payments to agents in his inner circle and security detail.
- January 6 defendants pursue millions in claims through obscure federal process
January 6 defendants are seeking millions in compensation from the Trump administration via the Federal Tort Claims Act, which allows government-related injury claims. The Justice Department has unchecked discretion over these claims, which would be paid from the judgment fund, the same source as Trump’s proposed $1.8bn slush fund. All claimants received pardons from Trump.
- Trump's $70B immigration crackdown passes the House… as sneaky loophole allows $1.8B weaponization 'slush fund' to survive
Trump's $70 billion immigration crackdown passed the House, but a loophole allowed a $1.8 billion weaponization slush fund to remain. The measure includes a provision enabling the slush fund's allocation for unspecified purposes.
- Trump team abandons US$1.8 billion ‘slush fund’ to compensate supporters
The US Justice Department abandoned a US$1.8 billion compensation programme criticized as a 'slush fund' for President Donald Trump’s political allies. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the plan would not proceed during testimony before a House committee.
- Trump’s court losses could kill his slush fund and possibly the Kennedy Center
Donald Trump's court losses may impact his slush fund and potentially the Kennedy Center. The article describes the losses as a significant setback.
- Eye Opener: White House pauses plans for $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund
The Trump administration pauses its plan for a nearly $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, which critics have labeled a slush fund for Trump supporters. The article also highlights tensions over a growing Ebola outbreak.
- Trump ABANDONS $1.8 billion 'slush fund' in humiliating U-turn as his own party turns on him
Trump has abandoned a $1.8 billion slush fund in a U-turn. His own party is turning against him.
- Trump ABANDONS $1.8 billion 'slush fund' in humiliating U-turn as his own party turns on him
Trump has abandoned a $1.8 billion 'slush fund' in a reversal as his own party turns against him. The decision marks a humiliating shift in his political strategy.
- Trump faces mounting pressure as Republicans revolt
President Trump faces pressure from Republicans rebelling against a Trump-backed 'slush fund' and blocking an immigration enforcement funding bill. He is also 20 points underwater in polls, and a judge rejected his attempt to add his name to the Kennedy Center without congressional approval. Trump has further angered Republicans by challenging establishment favorites in primaries, leading to a 'wounded bear caucus' of outgoing congresspeople.
- Schumer: Democrats to make all-out effort to kill Trump ‘slush fund’
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer informed Senate Democrats they will coordinate to eliminate the Trump administration’s $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, which he labeled a 'slush fund.' Schumer plans to force a vote to remove the fund despite Republican efforts to block it.
- Blue states pitch 100 percent tax on Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization’ payouts
Blue states are proposing a 100% tax on payments related to 'anti-weaponization' efforts. A New York lawmaker stated that if someone storms the Capitol and accesses a 'slush fund,' the funds will be reclaimed.
- Trump ordered to address fraud claims in IRS case that led to ‘slush fund’ for allies
A federal judge ordered US President Donald Trump to respond to allegations that a $1.8 billion fund created through a government deal to resolve his IRS lawsuit was the result of fraud. The judge, Kathleen Williams, directed Trump’s lawyers to address a request from a group of former federal judges to reopen the case and investigate the president’s conduct.
- US judge freezes Trump 'slush fund' for allies
A US judge has frozen a 'slush fund' associated with Donald Trump for allies. The article references a photograph of Trump during a cabinet meeting in the White House in Washington, DC.
- US judge freezes Trump ‘slush fund’ for allies
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from proceeding with a $1.8 billion compensation package criticized as a 'slush fund' for President Trump’s political allies. The order halts transfers into the fund and the consideration of claims while the judge evaluates a potential longer-term pause.
- Clinton judge BLOCKS Trump's $1.8 billion 'slush fund' for MAGA allies in bombshell decision
A Clinton judge has blocked Trump's $1.8 billion 'slush fund' intended for MAGA allies. The decision is described as a 'bombshell' in the article.
- A court in Florida holds the key to stopping Trump’s slush fund in its tracks
A federal court in the Southern District of Florida has a clear path to block Trump’s slush fund scheme. The court is being urged to take action against what is described as an overreaching financial arrangement.
- Newsom vows to levy 100% tax on California recipients of Trump's $1.8-billion 'slush fund'
California Governor Gavin Newsom has threatened to impose a 100% tax on funds received by Californians from President Donald Trump's 'anti-weaponization' slush fund, which he claims benefits Trump's political allies. The fund, reportedly worth $1.8 billion, is criticized as a political tool.
- Newsom vows to levy 100% tax on California recipients of Trump's $1.8-billion 'slush fund'
Gov. Gavin Newsom has threatened to tax 100% of the money received by Californians from President Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund, which he has labeled a 'slush fund'. The fund is stated to be allocated for Trump's political allies.
- Trump’s ‘slush fund’ has even loyalists turning against him
Trump's 'slush fund' and demands on Capitol Hill colleagues have led to growing dissent among Republicans, who are increasingly unwilling to support his controversial policies. Loyalists are turning against him as they seek to avoid political fallout from aligning with a 'noxious MAGA flunky' like Blanche.
- Joe Rogan goes ballistic on Trump over IRS settlement and $1.8 BILLION 'slush fund'
Joe Rogan criticized Donald Trump over an IRS settlement and a reported $1.8 billion 'slush fund' in a public outburst. The article highlights Rogan's strong reaction to the financial and political implications of the settlement.
- Why Trump Keeps Getting Rolled in Negotiations
The article critiques Donald Trump's repeated failures in high-stakes negotiations, citing examples with North Korea, Russia, China, and Iran. It highlights his lack of preparation, reliance on empty rhetoric, and a $1.8 billion slush fund for political allies as structural issues in his approach.
- How Trump Created a Slush Fund for His Allies
The article claims that President Donald J. Trump may have created a slush fund to benefit his political allies, an alleged action that has caused some Republican lawmakers to turn against him.