Trump renews push for $1.8B payout to Jan. 6 defendants he calls ‘hunted down like dogs’

Trump is renewing his push for a $1.8B payout to Jan. 6 defendants, whom he claims were hunted down like dogs. This effort coincides with a political standoff where two GOP senators are blocking the confirmation of acting AG Todd Blanche. The senators' opposition is centered on the anti-weaponization fund. The situation highlights a conflict within the GOP regarding the financial support for defendants and the appointment of the acting AG.