Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche formally rescinded President Donald Trump’s $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund on Sunday after negotiations with Republican senators whose opposition had jeopardized his nomination ahead of Tuesday's Senate Judiciary Committee vote.
Blanche’s Order Clears Key Confirmation Roadblock The order followed "good faith discussions" with lawmakers, Blanche said.
"My team and I have met with committee members and Senators over the past several weeks and addressed any concerns or outstanding questions." My team and I have met with committee members and Senators over the past several weeks and addressed any concerns or outstanding questions.
We have enjoyed good faith discussions, and as a result issue the following order and update with regard to the May IRS settlement.
The… pic.twitter.com/U6hs15kw2D— Acting AG Todd Blanche (@DAGToddBlanche) August 3, 2026 Sens.
