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President Trump declined to rule out using an 'anti-weaponization' fund to compensate individuals charged with assaulting police during the January 6, 2021 Capitol attack. He argued that these individuals were unfairly treated by prosecutors and should receive compensation.

US president says ‘I’d pay the kind of money they deserve’ amid questions over his administration establishing fund. Donald Trump declined to rule out compensating individuals charged with assaulting police during the 6 January 2021 Capitol attack, supporting an 'anti-weaponization' fund to compensate those he claims were unfairly treated by prosecutors.

The US House passed a largely symbolic vote to end the war with Iran. The vote took place at the US Capitol in Washington on June 3, 2026.

A Washington federal judge is considering the reversibility of President Donald Trump's efforts to change the color of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, part of a lawsuit targeting Trump's moves to renovate Washington's historic landmarks. The case involves the US Capitol and the US Supreme Court in Washington, DC.

Protesters gathered at the US Capitol to advocate for voting rights following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated part of the Voting Rights Act. Rally participants, including Kentravius Coleman and members of Congress, criticized the decision and called for accountability to protect minority representation.

Police officers Harry Dunn and Daniel Hodges are suing Trump over an $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponisation' fund, alleging it will be used to reward Capitol rioters rather than its stated purpose. The lawsuit challenges the fund's intended use and raises concerns about how it will be distributed.

Two police officers who clashed with rioters at the US Capitol during the January 6 insurrection have sued Donald Trump over a $1.776bn fund. The fund allegedly unlawfully rewards January 6 rioters and allies. The lawsuit alleges 'presidential corruption'.

Senator Bill Cassidy expressed no regrets over his vote to convict Donald Trump on impeachment charges, stating it was a decision to uphold the constitution. Cassidy's vote may have contributed to his primary re-election loss in Louisiana. He emphasized the importance of his vote despite potential personal costs.

At least five people pardoned by Donald Trump for their roles in the US Capitol attack have been accused of new crimes, including Ryan Nichols who allegedly brandished a gun during an argument. The number of accusations has recently increased. Nichols is the latest person to face charges.

Vivek Ramaswamy, a candidate for Ohio Governor, has sold all his BuzzFeed shares. He is also the chairman and co-founder of Strive Asset Management. This news comes as Donald Trump marks his second presidential inauguration.

The US Senate has implemented a ban prohibiting members and staff from trading on prediction markets. The decision comes amid ongoing negotiations for a Homeland Security spending bill, with lawmakers far from reaching a deal as a deadline approaches.

US veterans were arrested during a protest in the US Capitol building against the war on Iran. The demonstration occurred as part of their opposition to military actions targeting Iran.