Who Is Eligible For Trump’s Slush Fund Money? Blanche Won’t Say.
The eligibility criteria for Trump's newly established slush fund remains ambiguous. During a Senate hearing, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche was unable to clarify who would qualify for the fund, which is intended for victims of alleged weaponization. Concerns were raised about transparency and potential conflicts of interest regarding the distribution of funds.
- ▪Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche testified about the slush fund during a Senate hearing.
- ▪Blanche stated that anyone could apply if they believe they are a victim of weaponization.
- ▪The fund will be managed by a commission appointed by the attorney general, raising questions about transparency.
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freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "motherjones_right_rail_1", slotId: "ROS_ATF_300x600" }); Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche testifies during the Senate Appropriations Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies hearing, answering questions on his office's slush fund.Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call/AP Get your news from a source that’s not owned and controlled by oligarchs. Sign up for the free Mother Jones Daily. Trump now has a slush fund to reward his devotees, but who gets a share of it is unclear. Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.): “Will individuals who assaulted Capitol Hill police officers be eligible for this fund?” Sen.
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