NewsPBS NewsHourMay 18, 2026United States
DOJ Establishes $1.8 Billion Fund for Trump Allies
The Department of Justice is launching a $1.8 billion fund to compensate Trump supporters who claim they were unfairly targeted by past investigations. This initiative is part of a legal settlement resolving a $10 billion lawsuit filed by Donald Trump against the IRS regarding 2019 tax return leaks.
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This settlement involves a significant allocation of taxpayer funds to address claims of political targeting within federal law enforcement.
Key Facts
- The DOJ is creating a $1.8 billion fund for individuals claiming wrongful prosecution.
- The fund is part of a settlement ending a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS.
- The lawsuit stemmed from the 2019 leak of Donald Trump's tax returns.