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Acting AG Todd Blanche has officially killed the controversial $1.8 billion fund meant to pay people falsely prosecuted — a move that clears the way for his confirmation after weeks of GOP senators’ pushback. The fund, backed by Trump but opposed by Senators Cornyn and Tillis over its potential use for January 6 participants, was formally rescinded with a Justice Department order stating no funds were ever disbursed. Blanche, Trump’s former personal attorney, had previously signaled he’d block the fund — but faced pressure from the president himself, who threatened to resubmit Blanche’s nomination if it didn’t pass. The decision also clarifies that Trump’s family tax immunity is retroactive only, not future-proof. It’s a political win for critics and a major step toward Blanche’s full appointment — proving how deeply Washington’s power plays shape even DOJ decisions.

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