US Congress23 hrs agoSenate Republicans axe $1bn for Trump's new White House ballroomThe bill to fund immigration agencies has been delayed by opposition to Trump's 'anti-weaponisation fund'.23 hrs ago1 day agoThe end of Trump's 'anti-weaponisation' fund is another sign Republicans are fighting backThe $1.8bn fund would have paid people the Trump administration decided were unjustly and politically targeted.1 day ago2 days agoTrump administration drops $1.8bn 'anti-weaponisation' fundActing Attorney General Todd Blanche's announcement to abandon the fund comes amid pushback from top Republican lawmakers. 2 days ago7 days agoUS government prepares to print $250 note featuring Trump's faceFederal law bars printing images of living people on US currency, but Trump allies in Congress are moving to make an exception.7 days ago22 May 2026Who's eligible for the 'Anti-Weaponisation Fund'? Trump's critics think they might beEligibility for the fund appear broad, as Republicans and Democrats demand answers and guardrails22 May 202622 May 2026'Stupid on stilts' - Trump's investigation compensation fund draws ire of RepublicansThe $1.8bn (£1.3bn) fund compensates individuals "unfairly" investigated under previous presidents. 22 May 202620 May 2026Trump exerts iron grip on Republican Party with Massie defeatedVictory over a Republican rebel in Kentucky shows the president's strength but his power comes with risks for the midterms.20 May 202619 May 2026'Not a big fan' - Top Republican breaks with Trump on $1.8bn compensation fundThe justice department also expanded the settlement to block the IRS from pursuing past or pending tax audits on Trump. 19 May 202618 May 2026The Republican who stood up to Trump is hoping for a big win against presidentKentucky Congressman Thomas Massie, who has crossed Trump on federal spending and the Epstein files, faces Republican voters.18 May 2026...
