AG Blanche meets with GOP senators on Trump's DOJ fund; Tillis calls it 'stupid'
Attorney General Blanche discussed the criteria for a fund related to claims against law enforcement, emphasizing that the conduct of the claimant will be a significant factor. Several Senate Republicans expressed skepticism about the fund's legality and purpose, with some labeling it as a 'slush fund.' The situation continues to evolve as more reactions from lawmakers emerge.
- ▪Attorney General Blanche stated that the claimant's conduct will be a key consideration for the fund.
- ▪Senator Bill Cassidy expressed concerns about the lack of legal precedent for the fund.
- ▪Senator Thune indicated he does not see a purpose for the fund.
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"One of the factors the commissioners have to consider is what the claimant did — the claimant's conduct," Blanche told CNN. "The claimant would have to say, 'I assaulted a cop, and I want money.'" "Whether the commissioners will give that person money – that claimant – it's up to them," the attorney general said. "But that's one of the factors they have to consider.Blanche will appoint all five commissioners for the fund.Blanche, who is Trump's former criminal defense attorney, also said the president "does not stand for assaulting law enforcement."Blanche's interview came after several Senate Republicans questioned the rationale for the fund.Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., told MS NOW he did not see "any legal precedent" for the fund.
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