While reporting on the so-called Donald Trump “slush fund” containing $1.8 billion to be distributed to allies of the president has been focused on those who took part in the Jan. 6 insurrection that had lawmakers from both sides of the aisle fleeing for their lives, the New York Times is reporting that members of the president’s inner circle could also cash in.The embattled Kash Patel leads the FBI, which falls under the same Department of Justice that hammered together the agreement.Due to the vagueness of the proposal, with acting Attorney General Todd Blanche explicitly telling a Senate Appropriations Committee that there are "no limits" on who could apply, this has paved the way for administration officials to also apply for millions in compensation.Case in point, the Times wrote, Patel stands to potentially benefit. The report notes that Patel has long claimed to be a victim of government "weaponization," telling Congress at a hearing last year: "You want to know who was targeted by a weaponized FBI? Me."Trump's own statements suggest the potential beneficiaries extend well beyond Capitol rioters. At a 2024 charity event, Trump told former New York City Mayor Eric Adams — whose indictment was dropped by the Trump administration — "We were persecuted, Eric. I was persecuted, and so are you."Adams' case suggests he could qualify for compensation despite never having pursued independent legal claims, the Times is reporting.The fund's five commissioners, to be appointed by Blanche, will determine eligibility based on their interpretation of "weaponization." If they adopt an expansive definition — as Trump and his supporters have done — potential beneficiaries could include figures like Jim Hoft, owner of the far-right Gateway Pundit website.Hoft sued the government over alleged censorship resulting from federal agency pressure on social media platforms regarding the 2020 election and coronavirus pandemic — a case that exemplifies how broadly the "weaponization" umbrella could stretch, Barrett added.