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Blanche Kills $1.776B Anti-Weaponization Fund After Rescinding Order

8/13/2026

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U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche announced on August 5, 2026 that the $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund is dead after rescinding his May order.
He said the rescission responded to criticism that the fund would reward Jan. 6 claimants.
The Senate confirmed Blanche by a 50-49 vote, with Sens. John Cornyn (Texas) and Thom Tillis (North Carolina) supporting.
President Donald Trump said the fund’s future is “up to” Blanche, reiterating support for legislation to aid victims.

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U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche announced on August 5, 2026 that the $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund is dead after rescinding his May order.
He said the rescission responded to criticism that the fund would reward Jan. 6 claimants.
The Senate confirmed Blanche by a 50-49 vote, with Sens. John Cornyn (Texas) and Thom Tillis (North Carolina) supporting.
President Donald Trump said the fund’s future is “up to” Blanche, reiterating support for legislation to aid victims.