Acting AG Todd Blanche faces questions on $1.7 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is under scrutiny regarding the $1.776 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' aimed at compensating individuals who claim they were unjustly targeted by the Biden administration. During his testimony, he faced criticism over the fund's potential distribution and its implications for individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol riots. Blanche emphasized that the fund is open to all claims and not limited to any specific group or incident.
- ▪Todd Blanche is testifying about the $1.776 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' before a Senate committee.
- ▪The fund has faced bipartisan criticism regarding its distribution and eligibility criteria.
- ▪Blanche stated that anyone who believes they are a victim of weaponization can apply for compensation.
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- ▪ Blanche faces backlash over "anti-weaponization" fund at Senate hearing — CBS News — US
- ▪ Early takeaways from Blanche Senate testimony on Epstein, "anti-weaponization fund" — CBS News — Top
- ▪ 4 Takeaways From Acting AG Blanche’s First Senate Testimony — Daily Signal
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onActing AG Todd Blanche faces questions on $1.7 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' tied to Trump lawsuitBlanche did not rule out potential payouts for individuals who assaulted police.ByAlexander Mallin and Luke BarrMay 19, 2026, 11:02 AM1:53Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche testifies during a Senate Committee on Appropriations, Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies hearing on Capitol Hill on May 19, 2026 in Washington.Win McNamee/Getty ImagesActing Attorney General Todd Blanche is facing questions Tuesday on the $1.776 billion "Anti-Weaponization Fund" to…
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