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Republicans Protest Senate Hearing, Condemn Jan. 6 Compensation

5/24/2026

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Ted Cruz Criticizes

Sen. Ted Cruz called the hearing one of the roughest, saying the Senate shouted at Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
Republican senators erupted in loud protests during a Senate meeting on the anti-weaponization fund, accusing the administration of self-dealing.
Tom Suozzi and Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick co-sponsored bill, condemning compensation for Jan. 6 rioters as absurd.
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social he could settle fortune yet helped the abused.

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Republicans Block Bill

Senate Republicans halted an ICE and Border Patrol funding bill and sent members home for Memorial Day.
The Justice Department announced a $1.776 billion compensation fund after President Donald Trump settled his IRS lawsuit.
Senators John Kennedy and Jerry Moran demanded answers on the fund’s source, legality, and eligibility.
Republicans planned reconciliation amendments to limit the fund and shield themselves from political fallout.

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Ted Cruz Criticizes

Sen. Ted Cruz called the hearing one of the roughest, saying the Senate shouted at Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
Republican senators erupted in loud protests during a Senate meeting on the anti-weaponization fund, accusing the administration of self-dealing.
Tom Suozzi and Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick co-sponsored bill, condemning compensation for Jan. 6 rioters as absurd.
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social he could settle fortune yet helped the abused.

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