Trump administration’s ‘anti-weaponization’ fund gets cold reception from GOP on Capitol Hill
The Trump administration's proposed $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund is facing significant opposition from Republicans in Congress. Concerns have been raised regarding the fund's creation, its funding sources, and its potential implications. Some GOP members are calling for more oversight and questioning the legality and necessity of the fund.
- ▪Senate Republicans are looking to impose restrictions on the fund through the GOP's budget bill.
- ▪Rep. Kevin Kiley expressed that the fund is unusual and lacks public benefit.
- ▪Law enforcement officers from the January 6 Capitol riot are suing to halt the fund, claiming it would finance violent operations.
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The Trump administration’s $1.776 billion taxpayer-funded “anti-weaponization” fund is getting a frosty reception from Republicans on Capitol Hill. Senate Republicans are exploring ways to impose guardrails on the fund, including inserting language into the GOP’s party-line budget bill, a source familiar confirmed. Meanwhile, in the House, centrist members expressed concerns about the fund’s creation and how it is being paid for. Recommended Stories 198 Democrats oppose requiring parental consent for student gender changes in schools Affordability looms large over four pivotal Pennsylvania House contests House Freedom Caucus rebels against housing bill despite Trump’s primary election dominance Rep.
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