Justice Department Rejects Judge's Request on $1.8B 'Weaponization' Fund

Key facts

• The Justice Department refused a judge's demand for sworn statements.
• The statements were requested concerning a proposed $1.8 billion fund.
• The fund is intended for alleged victims of political "weaponization."
• The judge sought assurances that the fund would not be created.

The Justice Department has refused a judge's demand for sworn statements regarding a proposed $1.8 billion fund for alleged victims of political "weaponization." The judge sought assurances that the fund would not be established.