Interest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnThe statement came amid reports that the DOJ was backing away from the fund.June 1, 2026, 3:53 PMThe Justice Department issued a statement Monday saying it will abide by a district judge's ruling last week that temporarily ordered the freezing of the Trump administration's $1.8 billion "Anti-Weaponization Fund."The statement came amid reports that the administration was backing away from the controversial fund.This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.Popular Reads24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events