Blanche rescinds Trump's 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' amid AG confirmation pressure
Summary
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has canceled President Donald Trump's "Anti-Weaponization Fund" after two Republican senators opposed his confirmation as attorney general. Blanche also clarified that a settlement protecting Trump from further IRS audits will only apply to Trump and his son’s original lawsuit, not related family organizations.Key Facts
- Todd Blanche is the acting Attorney General and nominee for the permanent position.
- Two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, opposed Blanche’s confirmation.
- Blanche rescinded the nearly $1.8 billion "Anti-Weaponization Fund" linked to President Trump.
- Blanche clarified that IRS audit protections only apply to Trump and his son’s $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS.
- The clarification means related family companies may not be shielded from IRS audits.
- The senators wanted written proof that the IRS protections would not cover affiliated organizations not part of the original lawsuit.
- Some legal experts and supporters questioned if the fund and settlement could affect payouts to supporters involved in the January 6 Capitol attack.
- Blanche can continue as acting attorney general even if his nomination is withdrawn, serving up to 210 days in that role.
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