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Judge Halts DOJ Compensation Fund Over Trump Bias Claims

6/5/2026

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Judge Leonie Brinkema ordered the Justice Department to halt work on the compensation fund until a hearing on 12 June.
The Justice Department said it disagrees but will comply while defending the fund’s legality.
Two Virginia plaintiffs allege the fund discriminates against U.S. President Donald Trump supporters and fear they will be barred from filing claims.
Several Jan 6, 2021 Capitol riot defendants say they intend to seek compensation through the fund.

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Judge Leonie Brinkema ordered the Justice Department to halt work on the compensation fund until a hearing on 12 June.
The Justice Department said it disagrees but will comply while defending the fund’s legality.
Two Virginia plaintiffs allege the fund discriminates against U.S. President Donald Trump supporters and fear they will be barred from filing claims.
Several Jan 6, 2021 Capitol riot defendants say they intend to seek compensation through the fund.