Trump backs disputed anti-weaponization fund, imperiling Blanche nomination
TL;DR
President Trump defended the $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization fund' for Jan. 6 defendants, signaling it remains alive even as his acting AG nominee Todd Blanche seeks confirmation; the stance has frayed relations with Senators Cornyn and Tillis and jeopardizes Blanche's approval as a looming summer recess complicates Senate action, with concerns tied to an IRS settlement that would shield Trump and his affiliates.
- Trump defends ‘anti-weaponization’ fund, further complicating Blanche nomination NBC News
- Trump further muddies Blanche negotiations, saying he wishes ‘anti-weaponization’ fund weren’t dead CNN
- Trump considers pulling Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination as senators hold out BBC
- Trump Escalates Feud With Senate Over Blanche The New York Times
- Faced with Blanche dilemma, Trump chooses revenge Politico
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