Judge Halts Trump's Controversial Fund Amid Allegations of Politicization
A U.S. judge has temporarily stopped the creation of a $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund proposed by Trump's administration, intended to compensate those allegedly targeted by government prosecution. The ruling responded to lawsuits challenging the fund's legitimacy and potential misuse as a political tool.
Devdiscourse News Desk | * Judge Leonie Brinkema Halts Fund Pending Further Legal
Arguments * Fund Intended To Compensate Victims Of Alleged
Government 'Weaponization'* Critics | Updated: 29-05-2026 20:44 IST | Created: 29-05-2026 20:44 IST
A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order preventing the Trump administration from establishing a controversial $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund.
The fund, designed to compensate individuals allegedly targeted by government investigations branded as 'weaponization', faced legal challenges and public criticism from various quarters.
The temporary block will remain in place until further hearings, with critics claiming the fund could serve as a political reward system.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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