US justice department says it will abide by court ruling halting Trump's $1.8bn 'anti-weaponisation' fund
The US Department of Justice will comply with a court order temporarily halting a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponisation' fund established by the Trump administration. The fund, intended to compensate individuals claiming political targeting, has been blocked pending a court hearing on June 12.
Why it matters
The case highlights ongoing legal and political tensions regarding the use of federal funds for compensation programs linked to claims of political retribution.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Nardine Saad Reuters The US Department of Justice (DOJ) says it will abide by a court ruling halting the Trump administration s $1.8bn (£1.3bn) fund meant to compensate people who allege unfair treatment by the federal government during previous administrations.
The article provides a balanced overview of the DOJ's defense and the court's intervention, citing both sides.
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