Acting AG Rescinds $1.8 Billion Fund Following Senatorial Negotiations

Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, August 3, 2026 —

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has officially terminated a $1.8 billion fund designated as an “anti-weaponization fund.” The rescission of this fund follows direct negotiations with Republican Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis.

Senators Cornyn and Tillis had previously blocked the nomination of Blanche for Attorney General. Their opposition stemmed from concerns regarding the potential recipients of the fund, which reportedly included individuals associated with the January 6th Capitol riot.

The Justice Department has issued an order that formally ends the establishment of this fund. This action is seen as a significant step aimed at securing the necessary votes for Blanche’s confirmation as Attorney General.

Details regarding the specific beneficiaries beyond those involved in the January 6th Capitol riot were not provided in the summary. The exact timeline of the negotiations between Acting Attorney General Blanche and the two Republican senators was also not specified.

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