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Trump's $1.8 Billion Compensation Fund Draws Widespread Criticism

Donald Trump has proposed a $1.8 billion compensation fund, reportedly aimed at his allies or those he deems 'victims of the Biden administration,' which has drawn significant criticism. Critics have labeled the initiative as potentially corrupt and a symbol of a brazen presidency.

18 May, 19:53 — 19 May, 08:01
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APVery High7h ago

Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy has no regrets over Trump impeachment vote, even as it cost him his seat - AP News

Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy has no regrets over Trump impeachment vote, even as it cost him his seat  AP News

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BBCHigh13h ago

Trump administration unveils $1.7bn fund to compensate his allies as he drops tax lawsuit

The settlement will go towards individuals who allege they were subjected to unfair investigations.

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NYTMostly Factual7h ago

Top Treasury Lawyer Resigns After Creation of ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’

Brian Morrissey, the department’s general counsel, stepped down hours after the Trump administration announced the $1.8 billion fund.

By Andrew Duehren

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CNNMostly Factual5h ago

Trump’s compensation plan is a metaphor for a brazen presidency - CNN

Trump’s compensation plan is a metaphor for a brazen presidency  CNN

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual4h ago

DOJ announces $1.8bn fund to compensate Trump allies

The Trump administration has rolled out the 'AntiWeaponisation Fund', a staggering $1.8 billion initiative aimed at reconciling claims from allies of the former president, who contend they have faced unjust scrutiny from the Justice Department. This fund is a direct result of Trump’s decision to drop his extensive $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS, signaling a shift in strategy.

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rolling-stoneMostly Factual2h ago

Jon Stewart Worries About Trump’s Foreign Policy Skills: ‘He Should Not Have This Job’

"You flew there to personally confront our rival superpower on the escalating trade and geopolitical tensions between us, and all you came back with was his Instagram?"

By Emily Zemler

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Korea HeraldMostly Factual3h ago

Greenland says US talks make progress but island is not for sale

Greenland's government said Monday ​that progress has been made in high-stakes talks with the US over the territory's ‌future, but that the giant island sought by US President Donald Trump will never be for sale. US special envoy Jeff Landry, appointed by Trump last ‌year to push for American control of Greenland, arrived in Nuuk Sunday and met on Monday with Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen and Foreign Minister Mute Egede. "We ⁠believe there is progress, and from Greenland's side we are foc

By The Korea Herald

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jerusalem-postMostly Factual5h ago

Trump drops IRS lawsuit in exchange for DOJ ‘weaponization’ fund

The settlement creates a nearly $1.8 billion DOJ-controlled fund for alleged victims of political “weaponization,” drawing sharp criticism from legal experts and democrats.

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punch-ngMostly Factual59m ago

Atiku’s US lobbyist alleges political intimidation, threatens to brief Trump

Former VP Atiku Abubakar’s US lobbyist accuses the Tinubu administration of political intimidation and weakening democracy ahead of the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/atikus-us-lobbyist-alleges-political-intimidation-threatens-to-brief-trump/

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