Todd Blanche rescinds $1.8 bn anti‑weaponisation fund

On August 3 Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced that the controversial $1.8 billion anti‑weaponisation fund, set up by the previous administration to reimburse allies of former President Donald Trump, would be rescinded.

The move came after intense Senate push‑back and was framed as a step toward restoring confidence in the Justice Department.

Critics argued the fund was a political tool, while supporters said its removal would end a “pay‑to‑play” scheme.

The decision is expected to smooth Blanche’s upcoming confirmation hearing.