Senate Republicans Signal Support for Bill to Ban Anti-Weaponization Fund
Several Senate Republicans stated they are likely to back legislation that would prohibit the Anti-Weaponization Fund. The measure targets an initiative associated with President Trump.
voiceofsandiego.orgSeveral Senate Republicans said they will likely support legislation to prohibit President Trump's Anti-Weaponization Fund. The statements come as lawmakers consider formal steps to block the fund through new statutory language.
Background on the Fund The Anti-Weaponization Fund has been referenced in recent administration actions. No further operational details were provided in the report. Republican senators described the proposed legislation as a direct response to the fund's existence.
The bill has not yet been introduced in the Senate.
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