Trump lashes out at Republicans amid revolt over $1.8B 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'
President Trump criticized Republican Senator Thom Tillis, labeling him a 'RINO' and a 'quitter' amid dissent within the party regarding a proposed $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund.' Tillis and other Republicans have expressed concerns about the fund, suggesting it could benefit individuals involved in violent acts, including January 6 rioters. Trump defended the fund, claiming it is necessary for those wronged by the Biden administration and asserting that he sacrificed potential profits to support it.
- ▪Trump attacked Sen. Thom Tillis, calling him a 'RINO' and a 'quitter.'
- ▪The 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' aims to compensate those who allege wrongful targeting under the Biden administration.
- ▪Critics, including Tillis, argue that the fund could reward individuals involved in violence against police.
10 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 20 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 4 lean left, 5 centre.
- ▪ Trump lashes out at Republicans who oppose his ‘anti-weaponisation’ fund — Financial Times — World
- ▪ Trump defends DOJ fund after Senate Republicans push back — CNBC — Top
- ▪ The US in Brief: Senate Republicans defy Trump — The Economist (latest)
- ▪ US Senate pushes back against Trump’s $1.8bn ‘anti-weaponisation’ fund — Al Jazeera English
- ▪ Republican revolt over Trump 'weaponisation' fund stalls ICE funding vote — ABC News (Australia)
- ▪ Republican lawmakers seek clarity on Trump's "anti-weaponization fund" — CBS News — Top
- ▪ Senate Republicans Revolt Over Trump’s Fund — NYT — Home
- ▪ Republicans push back on Trump’s ‘anti-weaponisation’ fund — International homepage
- ▪ Republicans to leave Washington without ICE funding vote — NPR — Politics
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onTrump lashes out at Republicans amid revolt over $1.8B 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'Trump attacked Sen. Thom Tillis and his "RINO friends" on Friday.ByMichelle Stoddart and Nicholas KerrMay 22, 2026, 11:38 AM1:45President Donald Trump in the Oval Office at the White House, May 21, 2026, in Washington and Sen. Thom Tillis on Capitol Hill in Washington, April 21, 2026. AP/ReutersPresident Donald Trump attacked outgoing Republican Sen.
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