Bipartisan group of ex-federal judges seeks to challenge Trump’s $1.7bn ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
Summary
A group of 35 former federal judges has sued to stop President Trump’s $1.776 billion fund, which would give taxpayer money to his political allies. The judges argue the fund was created through a fraudulent settlement related to Trump’s lawsuit against the IRS over leaked tax information.Key Facts
- The fund was set up after President Trump settled a lawsuit against the IRS about leaked tax documents.
- The settlement allows Trump to create the $1.776 billion "anti-weaponization fund" to support his allies.
- Some critics say the fund could help people convicted of violence during the January 6 Capitol riot.
- The bipartisan group of former judges calls the fund a fraud and wants a judge to reopen the legal case.
- The lawsuit argues the original court decision was made without full public disclosure and may have been based on false information.
- Two police officers injured during the January 6 attack also sued Trump, saying the fund encourages violence.
- Some Republican senators have expressed concerns that the fund could support convicted criminals.
- The Justice Department defends the fund, saying it is for anyone who claims political prosecution.
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