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House Republican: ‘We’re gonna kill’ Trump’s nearly $1.8B ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

May 20, 2026Center

A $1.776 billion “anti-weaponization” fund created by the Trump administration this week for individuals who believe they have been unfairly targeted by the federal government is facing some resistance from congressional Republicans. “We’re gonna try to kill it,” Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) told reporters on Wednesday, adding that legislative options…

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