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politics15 days ago•45 min saved

Court allows lawsuit over Trump allies’ compensation fund to move forward

A federal judge ruled that a lawsuit challenging the $1.8 billion compensation fund for Trump allies can proceed after the administration declined to certify that the plan was dead, with Brinkema noting that sworn assurances were not provided; the ruling keeps the case alive despite officials’ public comments that the fund would not move forward, and amid criticism that it would function as a political slush fund for Trump loyalists.

via Yahoo|

#department-of-justice #lawsuit #leonie-brinkema

politics1 month ago•187 min saved

Jan. 6 figures race to cash in on Trump’s $1.8B restitution fund

CNN reports that Trump’s $1.8 billion compensation fund—touted as restitution for victims of government “weaponization and lawfare”—is drawing interest from a broad slate of allies, including January 6 rioters, fake electors, and other election deniers. Prominent figures like MyPillow’s Mike Lindell and supporters from OAN say they may file claims, while the fund’s review will be handled by a five‑member commission. The pool of potential recipients spans beyond the 2020 election, potentially including figures connected to Mueller-era investigations; the first known claimant is Michael Caputo. Critics warn the plan could politicize justice, while supporters call it overdue relief for those harmed in political battles.

via CNN|

#election-deniers #january-6 #mike-lindell