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Federal Judge Keeps Trump’s $1.8 Billion Fund Blocked

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — A federal judge has kept the Trump administration’s proposed $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund on hold after senior officials declined to provide sworn assurances that the program had been abandoned. U.S. District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema issued a preliminary injunction on Friday, June 12, 2026, barring the Justice and Treasury departments from creating, financing or operating the fund. The order

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20 Jun 2026 14:01 PM 9 views

Federal Judge Keeps Trump’s $1.8 Billion Fund Blocked

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — A federal judge has kept the Trump administration’s proposed $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund on hold after senior officials declined to provide sworn assurances that the program had been abandoned. U.S. District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema issued a preliminary injunction on Friday, June 12, 2026, barring the Justice and Treasury departments from creating, financing or operating the fund. The order

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Trump IRS Settlement Fund Explained: Why DOJ’s $1.776 Billion Plan Faces Lawsuits

The Trump IRS settlement fund has become a new legal and political flashpoint after the Justice Department created a $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund tied to President Donald Trump’s lawsuit over the leak of his tax returns. The Justice Department announced on Monday, May 18, 2026, that the fund was created through a settlement in Donald J. Trump v. Internal Revenue Service. Trump, Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump and the Trump Organization will

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22 May 2026 12:17 PM 13 views

Trump IRS Settlement Fund Explained: Why DOJ’s $1.776 Billion Plan Faces Lawsuits

The Trump IRS settlement fund has become a new legal and political flashpoint after the Justice Department created a $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund tied to President Donald Trump’s lawsuit over the leak of his tax returns. The Justice Department announced on Monday, May 18, 2026, that the fund was created through a settlement in Donald J. Trump v. Internal Revenue Service. Trump, Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump and the Trump Organization will

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Trump’s $1.8 Billion Settlement Fund Faces GOP Senate Pushback

GOP Pushback Delays Immigration Funding Vote Senate Republicans broke with President Donald Trump on Thursday,May 22,2026 over a proposed $1.8 billion settlement fund for individuals claiming political persecution, forcing lawmakers to delay a major immigration-enforcement funding vote. The proposed anti-weaponisation fund has become a priority for Trump, who has argued that his supporters, including some people prosecuted

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21 May 2026 23:13 PM 23 views

Trump’s $1.8 Billion Settlement Fund Faces GOP Senate Pushback

GOP Pushback Delays Immigration Funding Vote Senate Republicans broke with President Donald Trump on Thursday,May 22,2026 over a proposed $1.8 billion settlement fund for individuals claiming political persecution, forcing lawmakers to delay a major immigration-enforcement funding vote. The proposed anti-weaponisation fund has become a priority for Trump, who has argued that his supporters, including some people prosecuted

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Trump IRS Addendum Explained: Past Tax Claims Barred Under DOJ Deal

The Trump IRS addendum explained in new Justice Department filings shows that the federal government is barred from pursuing existing or past tax-related claims involving President Donald Trump, his family members and affiliated businesses. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signed the one-page addendum on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. The document states that the United States is “forever barred and precluded” from pursuing claims, examinations or reviews that have

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20 May 2026 00:06 AM 11 views

Trump IRS Addendum Explained: Past Tax Claims Barred Under DOJ Deal

The Trump IRS addendum explained in new Justice Department filings shows that the federal government is barred from pursuing existing or past tax-related claims involving President Donald Trump, his family members and affiliated businesses. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signed the one-page addendum on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. The document states that the United States is “forever barred and precluded” from pursuing claims, examinations or reviews that have

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Trump removes Pam Bondi as attorney general, names interim replacement

President Donald Trump announced on Thursday(Apr-2nd-2026) that he has removed Pam Bondi from her position as attorney general, naming Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche as acting head of the Justice Department. In a statement, Trump said Bondi would transition to a role in the private sector, praising her service but offering no detailed explanation for the decision. The move follows reports of growing internal frustration with Bondi’s leadership, including disagreements over high-profile investigations and enforcement priorities. Sources familiar with the situation indicated that Trump had recently discussed replacing her and held a direct conversation about her future earlier in the week. Bondi, who had served as attorney general for about a year, faced scrutiny over several issues, including handling sensitive investigations and political pressures tied to ongoing cases. Despite some legal actions initiated during her tenure, challenges in court and internal disagreements appeared to strain confidence in her leadership. Todd Blanche, a former defense attorney for Trump, will now oversee the Justice Department on an interim basis as discussions continue over a permanent replacement. Potential successors are reportedly under consideration as the administration signals a broader shift in its legal and political strategy.

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02 Apr 2026 14:53 PM 211 views

Trump removes Pam Bondi as attorney general, names interim replacement

President Donald Trump announced on Thursday(Apr-2nd-2026) that he has removed Pam Bondi from her position as attorney general, naming Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche as acting head of the Justice Department. In a statement, Trump said Bondi would transition to a role in the private sector, praising her service but offering no detailed explanation for the decision. The move follows reports of growing internal frustration with Bondi’s leadership, including disagreements over high-profile investigations and enforcement priorities. Sources familiar with the situation indicated that Trump had recently discussed replacing her and held a direct conversation about her future earlier in the week. Bondi, who had served as attorney general for about a year, faced scrutiny over several issues, including handling sensitive investigations and political pressures tied to ongoing cases. Despite some legal actions initiated during her tenure, challenges in court and internal disagreements appeared to strain confidence in her leadership. Todd Blanche, a former defense attorney for Trump, will now oversee the Justice Department on an interim basis as discussions continue over a permanent replacement. Potential successors are reportedly under consideration as the administration signals a broader shift in its legal and political strategy.

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Federal Judge Keeps Trump’s $1.8 Billion Fund Blocked

Federal Judge Keeps Trump’s $1.8 Billion Fund Blocked

Trump IRS Settlement Fund Explained: Why DOJ’s $1.776 Billion Plan Faces Lawsuits

Trump IRS Settlement Fund Explained: Why DOJ’s $1.776 Billion Plan Faces Lawsuits

Trump’s $1.8 Billion Settlement Fund Faces GOP Senate Pushback

Trump’s $1.8 Billion Settlement Fund Faces GOP Senate Pushback

Trump IRS Addendum Explained: Past Tax Claims Barred Under DOJ Deal

Trump IRS Addendum Explained: Past Tax Claims Barred Under DOJ Deal

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Trump removes Pam Bondi as attorney general, names interim replacement

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Federal Judge Keeps Trump’s $1.8 Billion Fund Blocked

Federal Judge Keeps Trump’s $1.8 Billion Fund Blocked

Trump IRS Settlement Fund Explained: Why DOJ’s $1.776 Billion Plan Faces Lawsuits

Trump IRS Settlement Fund Explained: Why DOJ’s $1.776 Billion Plan Faces Lawsuits

Trump’s $1.8 Billion Settlement Fund Faces GOP Senate Pushback

Trump’s $1.8 Billion Settlement Fund Faces GOP Senate Pushback

Trump IRS Addendum Explained: Past Tax Claims Barred Under DOJ Deal

Trump IRS Addendum Explained: Past Tax Claims Barred Under DOJ Deal

Trump removes Pam Bondi as attorney general, names interim replacement

Trump removes Pam Bondi as attorney general, names interim replacement

Middle school teachers invited to join eco challenge with $5,000 prize for student projects

Meta Introduces New AI Model, A Big Step After Team Reshuffle

March 31 Bank Alert: Key Transactions to Be Affected on Fiscal Year-End in 2025

US refunds $22B in customs duties after Supreme Court ruling

Trump Admits 100% Tariff “Not Sustainable” Ahead of Xi Meeting

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Trump mourns Charlie Kirk, calls him a martyr for truth and freedom

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