DOJ Establishes $1.8 Billion Anti-Weaponisation Compensation Fund
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Washington — The Department of Justice announced this week the creation of a $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponisation Fund to compensate individuals who allege politically motivated investigations and prosecutions; the program was established under a settlement resolving a civil suit filed in January by President Trump and his sons over leaked tax returns.
The fund, financed via the federal Judgment Fund set up in 1956, will remain in place until December 15, 2028, DOJ said Tuesday; officials asserted there are no partisan requirements to file claims, while lawmakers and commentators including Senator Ed Markey have raised legal and oversight concerns and signaled potential congressional review.
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Timeline
- 1. 1956: Congress creates the federal Judgment Fund to pay government settlements.
- 2. 2019: Portions of Trump's tax returns are leaked, prompting complaints and later litigation.
- 3. January (reported): Trump and his sons file a civil suit against the IRS over the leak.
- 4. Settlement reached: DOJ establishes a $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponisation Fund as part of the agreement.
- 5. May (reported): DOJ announces fund details; politicians and experts respond with scrutiny and calls for oversight.
Why it matters
This new fund could impact your tax dollars. It's financed by the federal Judgment Fund, which is taxpayer-funded. If you're concerned about how your taxes are used, keep an eye on this.
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