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Democrats criticize DOJ pause on $1.77B 'anti-weaponization' fund

The Department of Justice paused rollout of a $1.77 billion program aimed at preventing weaponization after a federal judge issued a short-term restraining order, prompting criticism from Democrats.

Published Jun 1, 2026, 6:33 PM EDT | WFMZZ

The U.S. Department of Justice has temporarily backed away from launching a $1.77 billion "anti-weaponization fund" after a federal judge issued a short-term restraining order. Democrats expressed dissatisfaction with the DOJ's decision to pause the program. The action halts the fund's rollout while legal proceedings continue.