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Justice Department Backs Off Anti-Weaponization Fund Plan

Updated 2026-06-03 15:50 UTC 1 source Negative

The Justice Department is backing off its planned $1.776 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund, citing unspecified reasons. The move comes amid a growing sex scandal involving a federal judge.

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Justice Department retreats on 'anti-weaponization' fund: Join the live discussion

The Trump administration is signaling it will back off its planned $1.776 billion “anti-weaponization” fund. Why the retreat, and what’s next? Plus, there is a sex scandal plaguing a federal judge, with growing calls for her to face additional punishment. Join Legal Affairs Reporter Zach Schonfeld a

2026-06-03 15:15 UTC