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Sunday shows preview: Trump compensation fund fallout hangs over lawmakers’ recess

Sunday shows preview: Trump compensation fund fallout hangs over lawmakers’ recess

Summary

The Justice Department announced a new fund called the "anti-weaponization fund" linked to a settlement of President Donald Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS regarding leaked tax returns. Lawmakers from both the Republican and Democratic parties quickly criticized the fund during their recess.

Key Facts

  • The Justice Department introduced the "anti-weaponization fund" this week.
  • The fund is tied to a settlement of President Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS.
  • The lawsuit was about leaked tax returns.
  • Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche spoke about the fund’s role.
  • Both Republican and Democratic lawmakers responded negatively.
  • The news broke while Congress members were on recess.
  • The settlement and fund aim to address issues of government misuse of power.
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