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Political Fights Erupt Over Legal Compensation Fund

Updated 2026-05-23 18:35 UTC 2 sources Negative

Mitch McConnell criticized Todd Blanche for accepting a $1.8 billion legal compensation fund, while Trump allies are expected to benefit from the controversial measure.

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The Hill
Former Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) on Thursday slammed acting Attorney General Todd Blanche for accepting the Trump administration’s proposal to establish a $1.8 billion legal compensation fund for people who claim they were wrongfully prosecuted by the Justice Department. The fun
2026-05-21 21:53 UTC
Rolling Stone
Trump's allies are lining up to receive taxpayer cash from the $1.8 billion slush fund
2026-05-21 23:00 UTC
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