Judge temporarily blocks payouts from Trump’s $1.8B ‘anti-weaponization’ settlement fund
Summary
A federal judge has temporarily stopped the U.S. government from paying money from a $1.776 billion fund set up to compensate allies of President Donald Trump who say they were unfairly targeted by the government. The judge also blocked further steps to create the fund until the court reviews legal challenges.Key Facts
- The fund is called the "Anti-Weaponization Fund" and totals approximately $1.776 billion.
- It was created to resolve President Trump’s lawsuit against the IRS for leaking his tax returns.
- No payments have been made yet because the commission that decides payout rules has not been formed.
- U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema issued the temporary block on payments and fund creation.
- A hearing is scheduled for June 12 to decide if the block should continue.
- Legal group Democracy Forward is suing to stop the fund, saying it lacks legal support and accountability.
- Some Republicans have expressed concerns that even people involved in the January 6 Capitol riot might be able to get money from the fund.
- The case is happening in Alexandria, Virginia, and Judge Brinkema was appointed by President Bill Clinton.
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