Trump’s Own DOJ Just Gave Him a Civil Pardon
The article discusses recent developments involving former President Trump and the Department of Justice (DOJ). It highlights the creation of a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund and Trump's retroactive IRS immunity. Additionally, it touches on Trump's influence over Republican critics despite his declining approval ratings.
- ▪The DOJ has established a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund.
- ▪Trump has received retroactive immunity regarding IRS audits.
- ▪Despite low approval ratings, Trump is able to retaliate against his Republican critics.
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| Original publisher | Slate |
| Canonical URL | https://slate.com/podcasts/political-gabfest/2026/05/politics-the-slush-fund-thats-also-a-january-6-rewrite?via=rss |
| Publication time | Thu, 21 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT |
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Political Gabfest May 21, 20265:00 PM The “Corruption Never Stops’ Edition DOJ creates $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” slush fund while Trump gets retroactive IRS immunity; Trump helps defeat his last Republican critics amid his own cratering approval ratings; and Hennepin County charges ICE agent for shooting during Minneapolis crackdown in a test of the limits of federal power. Copy Link Share Share <div class="slate-megaphone__slot"></div> View Transcript Advertisement Listen & Subscribe Choose your preferred player: Apple Podcasts Spotify TuneIn Pocket Casts RSS Feed For questions about subscriptions or your Slate Plus feed, check our FAQ.
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