Key facts
- The Department of Justice confirmed in court filings that the $1.7 billion 'anti-weaponization fund' will not continue.
- This is the first time the DOJ has officially stated this in writing.
- The fund was reportedly being sought by January 6 rioters for legal costs.
The Department of Justice has officially stated in court filings that a $1.7 billion 'anti-weaponization fund' will not be continued. This marks the first written confirmation from the DOJ regarding the fund's cessation. The fund had been a point of discussion, with reports indicating that individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol riot were seeking access to it to cover their legal expenses. The discontinuation means this avenue for financial support for legal costs is now closed.