NewsThe GuardianMay 19, 2026United States
Donald Trump denies involvement in $1.7bn 'anti-weaponization' fund
Donald Trump has dismissed a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS while simultaneously establishing a $1.7 billion fund he describes as an 'anti-weaponization' initiative. Senator Ron Wyden has publicly criticized the move, characterizing the fund as a potential 'slush fund' for political activities.
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The creation of this $1.7 billion fund represents a significant reallocation of federal resources that critics argue could be used for political purposes, potentially impacting taxpayer fund oversight.
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Who's Mentioned
personRon Wyden“Democratic Senator on the Senate Finance Committee who criticized the proposal.”dollar_amount$1.7bn“The proposed value of the 'anti-weaponization' fund.”personDonald Trump“Former President who withdrew a lawsuit and proposed a new fund.”organizationIRS“The target of the withdrawn $10 billion lawsuit.”dollar_amount$10bn“The value of the lawsuit withdrawn by Donald Trump.”organizationSenate Finance Committee“Committee where Ron Wyden serves as a top Democrat.”