Justice Department unveils $1.7B anti-weaponization fund

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced a $1.7+ billion anti-weaponization fund to hear and redress claims.

WHO: Todd Blanche, Acting Attorney General (U.S. Department of Justice)

WHAT: Announced an "anti-weaponization fund" worth $1.7+ billion to provide a process for claims of weaponization and lawfare.

WHEN: May 19, 2026 at 8:55 AM ET

WHERE: USA

WHY: To provide a systematic process to hear and redress claims of others who suffered weaponization and lawfare.

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