GOP senators decline compensation from anti-weaponization fund

The fund stems from a settlement resolving litigation over the release of tax records. It lists senators whose phone records were subpoenaed as potential recipients.

Fund details and reactions Sen.

Rick Scott stated he does not need compensation and is pursuing separate claims against a consulting firm over a tax return leak. Sen. Ron Johnson said the fund could deter future government actions but added he would not apply. Sen. Lindsey Graham has supported allowing lawmakers to seek payments, while Sen.

Rand Paul said rules should apply equally to everyone regardless of office. A memo outlining the fund's operation was circulated to senators during negotiations over immigration enforcement legislation. The same legislation included separate security funding provisions.

The fund was created through an administration action rather than direct congressional approval. Past proposals for similar compensation measures were rejected by Congress.