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President proposes $1.8 billion fund for alleged lawfare victims
The administration announced plans for a fund to support individuals described as victims of legal actions against political figures. Some Republican senators have raised objections to the proposal.
May 22, 2:41 PM·1m read3 sources
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The administration announced a proposed $1.8 billion fund intended to assist people described as victims of legal proceedings characterized as lawfare. The president stated that senators who object to the fund are "screwing the Republican Party."
Congressional response Some Republican senators have expressed opposition to allocating the funds. The president responded by criticizing those senators for their stance on the proposal.
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