Key facts
- Trump allies are exploring the Federal Tort Claims Act for payouts.
- The Federal Tort Claims Act allows claims against the U.S. government.
- January 6 participants are among those who could receive compensation.
- A proposed 'weaponization fund' has been halted.
- Trump's legal team argues a court's oversight role ended with a case dismissal.
- A settlement includes an 'anti-weaponization fund' and IRS audit protections.
- A judge stated Donald Trump's 'weaponization fund' is defunct.
- The judge suggested the defunct fund be used to dismiss a lawsuit.
- The 'weaponization fund' was established to counter legal actions against Trump.
- Trump and allies are discussing a resolution to nullify past impeachments.
- Trump defends the 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'.
Allies of Donald Trump are investigating the Federal Tort Claims Act as a potential mechanism to provide compensation to supporters, including individuals involved in the January 6 events. This exploration follows the halting of a proposed "weaponization fund" designed for such purposes. The Federal Tort Claims Act permits individuals to submit administrative claims and initiate lawsuits against the U.S. government, alleging misconduct.