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August 12, 2026
AG Todd Blanche Confirms Anti-Weaponization Fund is 'Dead' but Leaves Door Open for Alternative Payouts
- Blanche reiterated that the Anti-Weaponization Fund is 'dead' and will not be revived.
- He acknowledged the possibility of compensating victims of alleged DOJ weaponization through other means, such as the Federal Tort Claims Act.
- Despite the fund's status, Trump continues to express support for compensating his allies.
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- Blanche, newly confirmed as AG, says 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' still deadAug 12, 2026 at 6:11 PM · ABC News
- Blanche seeks distance from 'anti-weaponization' fund questions: 'It was never set up'Aug 12, 2026 at 7:43 PM · The Hill
- Todd Blanche plays coy on Reflecting Pool, Fauci and slush fund as he makes first appearance as attorney generalAug 12, 2026 at 9:12 PM · Independent