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Jan. 6 officers sue Trump over ‘anti-weaponization fund’

Jan. 6 officers sue Trump over ‘anti-weaponization fund’

Summary

Two police officers who defended the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, have sued President Donald Trump to stop a $1.8 billion fund he created. They say the fund is meant to support people who claim to be victims of "weaponization," and the officers want the fund blocked.

Key Facts

  • The lawsuit was filed by Harry Dunn, a former U.S. Capitol Police Officer, and Daniel Hodges, a D.C. Metropolitan Police Officer.
  • The officers were involved in protecting the Capitol during the January 6, 2021, riot.
  • President Trump established a fund totaling nearly $1.8 billion.
  • The fund is described as supporting supposed victims of "weaponization."
  • The officers believe the fund will be used in a way that conflicts with their interests.
  • The officers want the court to stop the fund from being used or distributed.
  • The lawsuit focuses on actions taken after the January 6 events at the Capitol.
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