Trump Defends $1.8 Billion ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund Amid Opposition to Blanche Nomination
President Donald Trump’s support for a controversial fund for Jan. 6 defendants complicates the confirmation of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
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President Donald Trump’s support for a controversial fund for Jan. 6 defendants complicates the confirmation of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
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President Donald Trump acknowledges the $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' is dead but expresses regret and defends it as he supports Todd Blanche’s stalled attorney general nomination.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 31, 2026, 2:21 PM
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President Trump accuses Sen. Cornyn of blocking Todd Blanche’s attorney general confirmation due to disputes over an anti-weaponization fund and audit immunity, linking the fight to a contentious Texas Senate primary.
Fox News Latest | Jul 31, 2026, 2:14 PM
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President Trump lashes out at Sen. John Cornyn for withholding support of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination, linking it to his endorsement of Cornyn’s primary opponent and a controversial legal defense fund.
The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 12:47 PMgeneral
Launched during America’s 250th anniversary, the J250 Initiative aims to educate the public on Jewish American patriots and leaders amid rising antisemitic attacks.
Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 2:25 PM
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Sen. John Kennedy cautions President Trump that postponing Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination could backfire as Democrats may gain Senate control in November.
The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 12:40 PMgeneral
Rabbi Yehuda Kaploun launches the J250 Initiative celebrating 250 years of Jewish-American contributions amid reports of antisemitism within U.S. political circles.
Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 2:24 PM
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The accelerated depletion of U.S. interceptor and precision-guided weapon stockpiles amid the conflict with Iran is straining military readiness and production capabilities.
CBS Politics | Jul 24, 2026, 12:12 AM
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Months into the US-led conflict with Iran, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth seeks additional funding as munitions stockpiles dwindle and economic costs rise.
Al Jazeera | Jul 22, 2026, 1:21 PMworld
The United States and Iran edge closer to all-out war as new air strikes and missile attacks mark a sharp escalation in their conflict.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 20, 2026, 4:14 AM
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President Trump signals potential approval for Turkey's F-35 purchase and offers Ukraine a license to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors amid ongoing defense collaborations.
Fox News Latest | Jul 11, 2026, 1:08 PM
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As the United States marks 250 years since independence, historical complexities of the American Revolution resonate strongly in today's politically charged climate under Donald Trump.
ABC Australia News | Jul 4, 2026, 9:43 PM
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As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary this Fourth of July weekend, media reflections reveal contrasting views on the nation's current state and future under Donald Trump.
France 24 English | Jul 3, 2026, 12:13 PMShowing 1-13 of 13 articles.