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Trump’s $1.7 B Anti-Weaponization Fund Threatens GOP Election Chances

5/27/2026

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Republican consultants say internal polling shows the $1.7 billion anti-weaponization fund could jeopardize the party’s upcoming elections.
President Donald Trump created the fund after a $1.776 billion IRS settlement and plans to pay individuals who claim unfair targeting, including convicted Jan. 6 rioters.
Operatives fear the fund’s unpopularity, reflected in polling that many Americans view Trump as corrupt, could hurt Republican prospects despite his absence from the ballot.

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Republican consultants say internal polling shows the $1.7 billion anti-weaponization fund could jeopardize the party’s upcoming elections.
President Donald Trump created the fund after a $1.776 billion IRS settlement and plans to pay individuals who claim unfair targeting, including convicted Jan. 6 rioters.
Operatives fear the fund’s unpopularity, reflected in polling that many Americans view Trump as corrupt, could hurt Republican prospects despite his absence from the ballot.