“The Anti-Weaponization Fund”: What It Is & Why It Matters

May 20, 2026
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A “dark day for democracy” or a way to “right the wrongs” of the past?

Jenna takes you inside the White House Press Briefing room, where the Vice President focused on two major topics: Iran and a controversial DOJ settlement creating a $1.77 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund. 

Vance says he can’t know if Iran will ultimately reach a deal and suggests it’s unclear what Iran wants.

Jenna provides some background on a new settlement t related to a lawsuit brought by President Trump over allegedly leaked tax returns. 

We discuss unanswered questions about how the new “Anti-Weaponization” fund will operate – who qualifies, how claims will be vetted and why critics argue this is “corruption in plainest sight.”

by Stephanie Wagner, based in Florida

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