# Trump Settlement Fund Sparks Outcry

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Podcast: [Vancouver News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/vancouver-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7592122)
Published: 2026-05-31T18:00:49+00:00
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A $1.8 billion settlement fund created by the Trump administration to resolve a tax lawsuit with the IRS is now sparking outrage after revelations it could potentially pay January 6 rioters—including those who attacked police or damaged the Capitol. The Justice Department insists the fund targets politically motivated claims, not Trump himself, but critics like Mike Pence are blasting it as corrupt and dangerous, calling it “deeply offensive” and urging its immediate cancellation. The fund is already under legal fire, with a federal judge placing a hold and Capitol police filing a lawsuit, while many Republicans condemn it as improper and a misuse of taxpayer money. Pence warns against “slush funds” in Washington, arguing that individual settlements are fine—but this fund crosses a line for too many. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1a6a18431e1a13dc

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