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Trump Promises $1.8B Fund Revival After AG Rescinds It

8/4/2026

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U.S. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinded the $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund, saying it never operated, transferred money or paid claims.
President Donald Trump posted on X that he will try to revive payout pot by creating a fund or urging Congress.
The Senate Judiciary Committee set a confirmation vote for Blanche while President Donald Trump warned he may withdraw the nomination until Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn leave office.

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U.S. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinded the $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund, saying it never operated, transferred money or paid claims.
President Donald Trump posted on X that he will try to revive payout pot by creating a fund or urging Congress.
The Senate Judiciary Committee set a confirmation vote for Blanche while President Donald Trump warned he may withdraw the nomination until Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn leave office.