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Fund for Allies? Judge Says Not So Fast | Annapolis News
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- Sep 19, 2026
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- 108
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Summary
A $1.8 billion fund intended to compensate political allies of the former president sparked a firestorm after revelations it could potentially cover January 6th participants. Lawmakers from both sides pushed back as the administration tried to kill the plan, even tying its fate to Attorney General confirmation. But a judge refused to buy their story—pointing out the ex-president still publicly referenced the fund and noting the administration’s contradictory statements. The court ruled the case isn’t moot, blocking the fund while plaintiffs argue it may resurface. This showdown exposes deep tensions over executive power, taxpayer money, and whether public funds should be used to reward political loyalty. 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. Sources: https://wtop.com/news/2026/09/judge-isnt-swayed-by-governments-claims-that-plans-for-an-anti-weaponization-fund-are-dead/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e44be3e2bf1a9e34 Report issues to [email protected].