DOJ $1.8 Billion Fund Open to Jan. 6 Rioters Claims

Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche indicated during a Senate hearing that individuals convicted of assaulting police officers during the Jan. 6, 2021 riot could apply for compensation from a new $1.8 billion Department of Justice fund. This fund, known as the Anti-Weaponization Fund, aims to support claims from those who feel targeted politically by the Biden administration. A commission will be responsible for establishing eligibility criteria for payments. In a related context, the fund's announcement coincided with former President Donald Trump dropping his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS regarding his tax returns, raising concerns about potential misuse of funds.