Section

Federal

Congress, the White House, federal agencies

whitehouse.gov

Presidential Nominations and Withdrawal Submitted to the Senate

The White House has submitted nominations for various ambassadorial and governmental positions to the Senate, including Mark Abreu for Ambassador to El Salvador and Alexander Alden for Ambassador to Azerbaijan. Additionally, a withdrawal of Paul Ferguson's nomination for United States Marshal for the Northern District of West Virginia has been noted.

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PBS NewsHour

Trump's anti-weaponization fund faces delay due to court ruling

The Department of Justice has announced a temporary halt to payouts from President Trump's $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund due to a court ruling. This decision comes amid political pressure from Republicans who are critical of the fund's purpose.

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New York Times — US

Trump Withdraws Support for $1.8 Billion Fund Amid Political Pressure

President Trump has retracted his support for a $1.8 billion fund due to increasing political pressure from both parties in Congress and ongoing legal issues. The decision reflects the challenges he faces in garnering bipartisan support.

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mediaite.com

Pentagon Restricts Journalist Access to Press Office

The Pentagon has barred journalists from its press office as part of a policy change initiated by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The restriction is attributed to the relocation of speechwriters to the public affairs office, which handles classified materials. Access to certain officials remains available by appointment, but this new policy is expected to limit interactions between reporters and Pentagon spokespeople.

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Washington Examiner

Oregon Governor Orders DMV to Halt Undercover License Plates for ICE

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has ordered the DMV to continue blocking the issuance of undercover license plates to ICE officials, citing concerns over public safety and community trust. This follows a lawsuit from the Department of Justice challenging similar policies in Oregon and other states as unconstitutional.

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Washington Examiner

Federal Court Unseals Dispute Between Fulton County and DOJ Over Election Worker Information

A federal court has unsealed documents related to a dispute between Fulton County, Georgia, and the Justice Department over a subpoena for information about election workers from the 2020 election. Fulton County is attempting to block the subpoena, arguing it infringes on privacy rights. The case is part of a broader investigation into the county's election processes, which has been contentious since the 2020 election.

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The Hill

GOP Representative Criticizes Scrapped Anti-Weaponization Fund

GOP Representative Kat Cammack criticized the Trump administration's $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund, which was scrapped after backlash from congressional Republicans. Cammack emphasized the seriousness of government weaponization during her appearance on Fox News.

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The Hill

Trump Administration Discontinues Anti-Weaponization Fund

The Trump administration has announced the discontinuation of a nearly $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund. This decision is influenced by Republican opposition and a reopened court case in Florida concerning the fund's establishment.

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Washington Examiner

Trump Administration Pauses DOJ Anti-Weaponization Fund Amid Legal Challenge

President Trump has paused the Justice Department's $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund for at least two weeks due to opposition from Congressional Republicans and a court ruling. The DOJ stated it will comply with the ruling, which prevents the fund's immediate implementation while a legal case is ongoing.

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New York Post

DOJ Cancels $1.776 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund

The Justice Department has decided to cancel its $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund, a move that comes after considerable pushback from Republican lawmakers. The announcement was made on June 1, 2026.

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The Daily Beast

Trump Administration Abandons $1.8 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund

The Trump administration has abandoned plans for a $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund due to backlash from both parties and a court ruling blocking its creation. Critics feared the fund could be misused to compensate individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol riots. The decision follows opposition from some Republican lawmakers.

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The Daily Beast

Trump Administration Abandons $1.8 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund

The Trump administration has canceled plans for a $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund due to bipartisan backlash and a court ruling blocking its establishment. The fund was intended to assist individuals claiming unfair targeting by the federal government but faced criticism regarding its potential use.

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cbsnews.com

Federal Appeals Court Rules Against Trump Administration's Transgender Military Ban

On June 1, 2026, a divided federal appeals court ruled that the Trump administration's ban on transgender military service is likely unconstitutional. The court upheld a preliminary injunction preventing the removal of active-duty transgender troops and criticized the policy as being motivated by animus towards transgender individuals.

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Fox News — Latest

Secret Service Investigates Video of Nurse Making Threats Against Trump

The Secret Service is investigating a viral video in which a nurse, Rhonda Lee, allegedly threatened President Donald Trump. The nurse expressed a desire to harm Trump in the video, prompting public outcry and a statement from the Secret Service regarding the seriousness of such threats.

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Washington Examiner

White House Issues Warning to ICE Protesters

The White House has warned protesters against interfering with ICE operations in New Jersey, asserting that enforcement will continue. This warning follows ongoing protests at Delaney Hall, where demonstrators have raised concerns about detention conditions. The Department of Homeland Security has rejected these concerns as false.

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Axios

Trump administration plans to discontinue 'weaponization' fund

The Trump administration is set to discontinue its $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund aimed at compensating alleged victims of prosecutorial conduct. The proposal has faced bipartisan criticism, particularly concerning its implications for individuals convicted in relation to the January 6 Capitol assault.

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The Hill

Trump and Johnson Discuss DOJ's Anti-Weaponization Fund at White House

President Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson met at the White House to discuss the Justice Department's $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund. The meeting was confirmed by sources in the Speaker's office amid frustrations voiced by Republican lawmakers about the fund.

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Fox News — Latest

Body of Missing Los Alamos National Laboratory Worker Found in New Mexico

Melissa Casias, a missing worker from the Los Alamos National Laboratory, was found deceased in a New Mexico national forest. The investigation into her death is ongoing, and authorities have not confirmed any connections to other missing individuals linked to U.S. nuclear secrets.

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