Is Trump giving up on his slush fund?
The Trump administration's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund is facing significant challenges and may be abandoned. Legal obstacles and backlash from Republican senators have raised doubts about the fund's future. Despite these issues, there are still potential avenues for Trump to revive the fund.
- ▪The Trump administration plans to drop its 'anti-weaponization' fund amid legal challenges.
- ▪A federal judge has temporarily blocked the fund from disbursing any money.
- ▪The fund has become controversial among Republican senators, delaying votes on related legislation.
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Politics /Donald Trump /The LogoffIs Trump giving up on his slush fund?Why Trump’s $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund is on the rocksby Cameron PetersJun 1, 2026, 10:10 PM UTCShareGiftPresident Donald Trump returns to the White House after spending the day at Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Virginia, on May 31, 2026. Roberto Schmidt/Getty ImagesCameron Peters is a staff editor at Vox.This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life.
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