Trump's Billion-Dollar Fund Stalls AG Confirmation | Pierre News

Trump’s nearly $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” settlement fund, meant to compensate January 6 protesters he claims were “horribly treated,” is sparking a political firestorm — with two GOP senators blocking AG nominee Todd Blanche’s confirmation until the fund is officially shut down in writing. While Trump insists it’s not for his benefit and even dropped his own $10B IRS lawsuit, critics including a federal judge call it a court manipulation attempt. Blanche says the fund’s dead, but senators like Tillis reject that, calling those who attacked law enforcement “not patriots.” The standoff threatens not just Blanche’s confirmation, but broader legislative momentum. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bd6fdf3b7a2a9fae