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    Mike Lindell Taps Navy Intelligence Veteran Phillip Parrish As Running Mate In Minnesota Governor Bid

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    MyPillow founder Mike Lindell has officially selected retired Navy intelligence officer Phillip Parrish as his running mate in Minnesota’s 2026 gubernatorial race, uniting two Republican candidates who have both built their campaigns around government accountability and exposing fraud.

    Lindell announced the decision Monday during an appearance on Steve Bannon’s War Room and later confirmed the ticket on social media.

    “Just Officially Filed!” Lindell wrote on X alongside a photo of himself and Parrish. “The two best gubernatorial candidates are joining forces.”

    Parrish, who had been running his own campaign for governor, suspended that effort to join Lindell’s ticket as the Republican pair seek to challenge Democrat frontrunner Sen. Amy Klobuchar in November.

    The move brings together two outsiders in a race that political analysts currently rate as heavily favoring Democrats. The Cook Political Report recently shifted Minnesota’s gubernatorial contest from “Lean Democrat” to “Solid Democrat” following Klobuchar’s entry into the race.

    Former Navy Intelligence Officer and Fraud Whistleblower

    Parrish brings a background that differs sharply from the traditional political establishment.

    The Hill reports that retired Navy lieutenant commander, Parrish previously served as a counterterrorism and foreign policy specialist and says he spent more than a decade overseas tracking terrorist financing networks. He has also worked in education and currently serves as an administrator at a Catholic church and school.

    Parrish became widely known among Minnesota conservatives for his role as one of the state’s earliest whistleblowers on alleged fraud within Minnesota’s childcare assistance system.

    In a January interview with NewsNation, Parrish said he began documenting suspicious financial activity as early as 2016, claiming that hundreds of millions of dollars flowed through Minnesota programs before ultimately reaching al-Shabab-linked networks in Somalia.

    A former member of the Joint Terrorism Task Force, Parrish said his investigations traced money couriers from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport through the Netherlands and Kenya before reaching money exchanges in Mogadishu known as “hawalas.”

    Federal authorities have previously identified some hawala networks as conduits for terrorist financing. The U.S. Treasury Department designated certain Somali money-transfer operations as fronts for the al-Qaida-linked terrorist group al-Shabab in 2012.

    Lindell’s Outsider Campaign

    Lindell launched his gubernatorial campaign in December, pledging to tackle government fraud, crime, addiction, and homelessness while portraying himself as an outsider willing to challenge Minnesota’s political establishment.

    The longtime ally of President Donald Trump has built his campaign around allegations of government corruption and waste, themes that have become central to Minnesota politics following several high-profile fraud investigations involving state-funded programs.

    “I want you to know that I will stand for you as the next governor of the state of Minnesota,” Lindell said when he announced his candidacy at his MyPillow factory in Shakopee last year.

    The businessman has argued that Minnesota needs leadership willing to confront what he describes as widespread government failures under Democratic control.

    Challenging a Difficult Political Landscape

    Despite Lindell’s national profile, Republicans face an uphill battle in Minnesota.

    The GOP has not won a statewide election in Minnesota since 2006, and the Republican primary field remains crowded. Lindell continues his campaign despite not securing the Minnesota Republican Party’s endorsement at the state convention, where businessman Kendall Qualls emerged as the endorsed candidate after multiple rounds of voting.

    Minnesota’s filing deadline for governor and lieutenant governor candidates is June 2, with the Republican primary scheduled for August 11.

    Under Minnesota law, governor and lieutenant governor candidates run together as a single ticket in both the primary and general election.

    Meanwhile, Democrats have largely unified behind Klobuchar, who entered the race after Gov. Tim Walz announced he would not seek another term. Klobuchar has already secured the endorsement of the state’s Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party and enters the race as the clear favorite.

    For Lindell and Parrish, the newly formed ticket represents an effort to combine Lindell’s national name recognition with Parrish’s national-security credentials and anti-fraud reputation as they attempt to pull off one of the biggest political upsets of the 2026 election cycle.

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    Trump Taps William Pulte as Acting Director of National Intelligence Following Tulsi Gabbard’s Resignation

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    President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director William Pulte will serve as Acting Director of National Intelligence (DNI), replacing Tulsi Gabbard, who is stepping down later this month to care for her husband following a serious cancer diagnosis.

    The move places one of Trump’s most trusted allies in charge of coordinating the nation’s intelligence community, despite Pulte having no previous senior-level intelligence or national security experience.

    In a post on Truth Social, Trump praised Pulte’s leadership overseeing the nation’s housing finance system.

    “William has deep experience managing the most sensitive matters in America, the safety and soundness of the Markets, and over 10 Trillion Dollars at Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac, a substantial increase from where it was just 12 months ago,” Trump wrote. “During this period, he will remain Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, and Chairman of Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac. Congratulations to Director Pulte!”

    Pulte will continue serving as FHFA Director while simultaneously leading the Office of the Director of National Intelligence in an acting capacity. The unusual arrangement has already drawn attention because the DNI is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the work of 18 U.S. intelligence agencies, including the CIA, NSA, and other members of the intelligence community.

    Who Is William Pulte?

    Pulte is best known as a businessman, investor, and housing finance regulator rather than a national security official.

    He is the grandson of William J. Pulte, founder of homebuilding giant PulteGroup. Before entering government, Pulte worked in private equity and construction-related businesses and became widely known on social media for his philanthropic giveaways and advocacy efforts.

    Trump appointed Pulte to lead the Federal Housing Finance Agency, where he oversees Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the government-sponsored mortgage giants that support much of the U.S. housing market. Under his leadership, the FHFA has pursued reforms aimed at strengthening the mortgage system while expanding homeownership opportunities.

    Pulte has also emerged as one of Trump’s most outspoken allies in government. In recent months, he has referred several prominent Trump critics to federal authorities for investigation over alleged mortgage fraud, including Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), former Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.), Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, and New York Attorney General Letitia James. Those allegations have been strongly disputed by the individuals involved.

    Because Trump designated Pulte as acting DNI rather than formally nominating him to the permanent position, observers have speculated that Senate confirmation could prove difficult given his lack of intelligence experience and the politically charged nature of his recent actions.

    Gabbard Steps Down to Care for Husband

    Pulte’s appointment follows the resignation of Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, who announced last month that she would leave the administration effective June 30.

    Gabbard said she made the decision after her husband, filmmaker Abraham Williams, was diagnosed with an extremely rare form of bone cancer. (RELATED: Tulsi Gabbard Resigning As National Intelligence Director)

    The former Hawaii congresswoman and Army Reserve lieutenant colonel served as Trump’s top intelligence official beginning in February 2025. During her tenure, she oversaw the nation’s intelligence agencies and became a central figure in several administration efforts involving intelligence reform and declassification initiatives.

    In her resignation letter to President Trump, Gabbard wrote:

    “Unfortunately, I must submit my resignation, effective June 30, 2026. My husband, Abraham, has recently been diagnosed with an extremely rare form of bone cancer. At this time, I must step away from public service to be by his side and fully support him through this battle.”

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    Gabbard added: “Abraham has been my rock throughout our eleven years of marriage — standing steadfast through my deployment to East Africa on a Joint Special Operations mission, multiple political campaigns and now my service in this role.”

    “His strength and love have sustained me through every challenge,” she continued. “I cannot in good conscience ask him to face this fight alone while I continue in this demanding and time-consuming position.”

    She added that while significant progress had been made during her tenure, her family’s needs had to take priority during what she described as a difficult and uncertain period.

    Trump accepted Gabbard’s resignation and praised her service to the administration.

    Questions Surrounding the Appointment

    Pulte’s appointment immediately raises questions about the future direction of the intelligence community.

    Traditionally, Directors of National Intelligence have come from backgrounds in intelligence, military leadership, diplomacy, or national security. Pulte’s experience centers primarily on housing finance, business, and financial oversight.

    Supporters argue that his experience managing sensitive financial systems and large government-backed institutions demonstrates the leadership skills needed to oversee a complex bureaucracy. Critics counter that intelligence operations require specialized expertise that Pulte has not previously demonstrated.

    For now, Trump appears to be relying on a trusted ally to temporarily fill one of the government’s most sensitive positions while maintaining leadership at the FHFA.

    Pulte is expected to assume his intelligence responsibilities following Gabbard’s departure on June 30.

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    Trump Reportedly Plans To Scrap Controversial Anti-Weaponization Fund

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    President Donald Trump signs Executive Orders, Thursday, April 17, 2025, in the Oval Office. (Official White House Photo by Molly Riley)

    President Donald Trump is expected to abandon his controversial $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund following mounting backlash from Republicans, according to a report from Axios’ Marc Caputo.

    An administration source told Axios that the fund is “dead for now.”

    The fund was announced by the Department of Justice last month after the Trump administration settled the president’s lawsuit against the IRS. According to a DOJ press release, the fund was intended to “provide a systematic process to hear and redress claims of others who suffered weaponization and lawfare” and would have the authority to issue “formal apologies and monetary relief owed to claimants.”

    Critics quickly labeled the initiative a “slush fund” for Trump allies.

    Former Vice President Mike Pence called on Trump to eliminate the fund during an appearance on NBC’s Meet the Press over the weekend.

    “Let’s get rid of this fund,” Pence said. “I mean, it’s deeply offensive to me that you could have a fund that could even possibly compensate people who assaulted police officers or vandalized the Capitol on January 6th.”

    According to Mediaite, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) discussed the fund with Trump at the White House on Monday as criticism intensified on Capitol Hill.

    The development comes after U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema ordered the Justice Department on Friday not to establish the fund while litigation surrounding the proposal remains ongoing.

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    Tina Peters Released From Prison

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    Former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters was released from prison Monday after serving less than a quarter of her controversial nine-year sentence for election-related charges stemming from the aftermath of the 2020 election.

    Peters, 70, became a national symbol for election integrity advocates after being prosecuted for allowing an outside computer expert access to Mesa County’s election system during a 2021 software update. Prosecutors claimed the move violated election security laws, while supporters argued Peters was trying to preserve evidence amid widespread concerns about election transparency.

    Her release comes weeks after Colorado Gov. Jared Polis commuted her sentence, calling the punishment “extremely unusual and lengthy” for a first-time, non-violent offender. Polis acknowledged Peters committed “serious crimes” but said the sentence went too far.

    President Donald Trump had repeatedly championed Peters’ cause, publicly urging Polis to grant clemency and criticizing Colorado officials over the case. Because Peters was convicted under state law, Trump could not issue a pardon himself. (RELATED: Trump Targets Colorado Officials Over Jailed Election Clerk)

    According to Newsmax, the Colorado Department of Corrections would not disclose the exact timing of Peters’ release, and her attorney indicated she would not be speaking to reporters after leaving prison.

    After nearly two years behind bars, Tina Peters is finally free.

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    DOJ Wants Georgia Judge Booted From Election Case Over Alleged Fani Willis Ties

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    The Justice Department is demanding that a federal judge step aside from a high-profile Georgia election records fight after reports linked her to a judicial misconduct scandal — and to an event honoring embattled Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.

    In a bombshell filing Friday, DOJ lawyers asked U.S. District Judge Eleanor Ross to recuse herself from a lawsuit against Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger over access to state voting records, arguing that her alleged attendance at a political event celebrating Willis creates the appearance of bias.

    “A judge who attended a party celebrating the election of a Democrat best known for prosecuting a Republican President for alleged election interference cannot then preside over a case concerning that President’s efforts to ensure election integrity,” DOJ attorneys wrote.

    The filing follows reports identifying Ross as the unnamed federal judge who received a private reprimand from the 11th Circuit earlier this year after investigators found the judge engaged in sexual activity with a high-ranking police officer inside courthouse chambers and later made false statements during the investigation. The court never publicly identified the judge, but the DOJ cited media reports linking Ross to the disciplinary matter.

    Willis Connection Draws Fire

    The Justice Department’s recusal request centers on findings that the judge attended an event connected to Willis’ campaign. According to reporting on the disciplinary investigation, the judge acknowledged attending a private mixer with former colleagues from the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office, but investigators concluded the gathering was part of a larger partisan political event sponsored by Willis’ campaign.

    The connection is particularly sensitive because Ross previously worked in the Fulton County DA’s office, where she overlapped with Willis before either woman rose to national prominence.

    Ross is currently overseeing the DOJ’s legal battle with Raffensperger over access to Georgia voter records. A hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, though the Justice Department has asked that it be delayed pending the recusal fight.

    The Long Trump-Willis War

    The dispute lands in the middle of one of the most explosive political feuds in America.

    Willis became a national figure in 2023 when she indicted Donald Trump and 18 allies under Georgia’s racketeering law, accusing them of participating in a scheme to overturn the 2020 election results in the state. Trump repeatedly blasted the case as politically motivated and vowed to fight it.

    But the prosecution later unraveled after revelations that Willis had a romantic relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade, whom she had appointed to lead the case. A Georgia appeals court ultimately removed Willis from the prosecution, citing an “appearance of impropriety.” The case was later dropped, marking a major victory for Trump.

    The fallout didn’t end there. Willis also faced court sanctions in separate records disputes, with judges criticizing her office’s handling of public records requests and ordering payments of attorneys’ fees.

    Now, the Trump Justice Department is arguing that any judge linked to a political event celebrating Willis cannot fairly oversee litigation tied to election integrity issues stemming from the same broader political battle.

    The election records lawsuit itself is part of a broader push by the administration to obtain voter-registration and election materials from multiple states. Georgia officials have argued that portions of the voter data sought by federal officials are protected under state law and cannot be released without satisfying legal requirements.

    Whether Ross remains on the case could now become the next flashpoint in the years-long legal war between Trump and the Georgia officials who helped drive the investigations into his efforts to challenge the 2020 election.

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    Federal Judge Blocks Trump-Led Effort To Rename Kennedy Center, Rules Congress Holds Final Authority

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    A federal judge has halted efforts to rename the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and blocked plans for a lengthy closure of the institution, ruling that neither action can proceed without authorization from Congress.

    In a decision issued Friday, U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper found that the Kennedy Center’s board lacked the legal authority to rebrand the federally chartered institution as the “Trump-Kennedy Center,” ordering officials to remove the name from signage and official references within 14 days.

    The ruling marks a major setback for President Donald Trump’s broader effort to reshape one of the nation’s most prominent cultural institutions.

    Court: Congress Created The Kennedy Center — And Only Congress Can Rename It

    The controversy began after trustees voted in December to add Trump’s name to the institution, citing his fundraising efforts and support for future renovations.

    The move quickly triggered lawsuits from lawmakers, members of the Kennedy family, historians, and arts organizations, all arguing that the board had exceeded its authority.

    Among those challenging the decision was Rep. Joyce Beatty, who argued that Congress established the Kennedy Center as a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy and never authorized adding another president’s name to the institution.

    Judge Cooper agreed, writing that the board cannot override federal law through an internal vote. Because Congress created and named the Kennedy Center in federal statute, any official name change would require congressional action.

    Planned Closure Also Put On Hold

    The ruling also blocks a separate proposal to suspend Kennedy Center operations for two years beginning in July 2026 while extensive renovations were completed.

    The administration had argued that a prolonged closure was necessary to modernize the facility, but the proposal drew opposition from artists, preservation advocates, and lawmakers concerned about the impact on performances and cultural programming.

    During court proceedings, Cooper questioned whether the executive branch possessed the authority to make such sweeping changes to a congressionally chartered institution without legislative approval.

    The court ultimately concluded that major structural and operational changes of that scale require congressional involvement, preventing the administration from moving forward unilaterally.

    Fundraising Argument Falls Short

    Kennedy Center officials had argued that keeping Trump’s name attached to the institution was critical to maintaining donor support.

    Executive Director Charles Matthew Floca told the court that Trump’s involvement had already generated tens of millions of dollars in commitments and could attract substantially more private funding in the future.

    According to court filings, officials warned that removing Trump’s name could jeopardize those fundraising efforts and create financial challenges for the institution.

    The judge rejected that argument, concluding that fundraising considerations cannot supersede federal law.

    Latest Clash In Fight Over Cultural Institutions

    The Kennedy Center has emerged as a major battleground in the administration’s effort to influence the direction of prominent cultural organizations.

    Since gaining influence over the board, Trump allies have pursued leadership changes, programming adjustments, and initiatives aimed at reducing what they describe as politically driven or “woke” content.

    Those efforts have prompted resignations, canceled appearances, and public criticism from some artists and performers.

    While appeals are expected, Friday’s ruling delivers a clear message: Congress named the Kennedy Center after President John F. Kennedy, and any effort to change that designation must begin—and end—on Capitol Hill.

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    Trump Heads to Situation Room as Iran Deal Decision Appears Imminent

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    President Trump signaled Friday that a final decision on a potential agreement with Iran could be just hours away, announcing he was heading to the White House Situation Room to make what he called a “final determination” on a proposed deal that would dramatically reshape U.S.-Iran relations.

    “I will be meeting now, in the Situation Room, to make a final determination,” Trump wrote in a lengthy Truth Social post outlining the terms he says Iran must accept before any agreement moves forward.

    The president’s announcement immediately fueled speculation that a major breakthrough could be nearing after months of negotiations following the U.S.-Israel military campaign against Iran earlier this year.

    Among Trump’s non-negotiable demands: Iran must permanently abandon any pursuit of nuclear weapons.

    “Iran must agree that they will never have a Nuclear Weapon or Bomb,” Trump declared.

    Trump also outlined provisions that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz to unrestricted international shipping, eliminate any remaining naval mines in the waterway, and potentially end the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports.

    “Ships caught in the Strait due to our amazing and unprecedented Naval Blockade, which will now be lifted, may start the process of ‘heading home!’” Trump wrote. “Say HELLO to your wives, husbands, parents, and families from me, your favorite President!”

    Perhaps the most striking element of Trump’s proposal involves Iran’s remaining stockpile of enriched uranium.

    According to the president, the United States would work alongside Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency to excavate and destroy what he described as enriched nuclear material buried beneath mountains damaged during U.S. B-2 bomber strikes nearly a year ago.

    “The enriched material, sometimes referred to as ‘Nuclear Dust,’ … will be unearthed by the United States … and DESTROYED,” Trump wrote, adding that only the U.S. and China possess the capability to carry out such an operation.

    As Fox News reported, it remains unclear whether the removal and destruction of Iran’s enriched uranium is formally included in the draft agreement currently under discussion. The White House confirmed Thursday that negotiations are ongoing, but details of the final arrangement remain unresolved.

    Iranian officials have responded cautiously. The semi-official Fars News Agency characterized Trump’s statements as a “mixture of truth and falsehood” intended to portray a “fabricated victory.”

    Meanwhile, Iranian parliamentary speaker and senior negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf emphasized Friday that Tehran remains skeptical of American assurances.

    “We do not trust guarantees and words, only actions are the criterion,” Qalibaf wrote on X.

    According to reporting from Fox News, the proposed framework would extend the current cease-fire for 60 days while allowing both sides to negotiate remaining disputes surrounding Iran’s nuclear program, sanctions relief, and regional security concerns.

    Iran has long maintained that its nuclear activities are intended solely for peaceful purposes. Trump, however, has repeatedly argued that any deal must go beyond previous agreements — including President Barack Obama’s 2015 nuclear accord — by permanently eliminating Iran’s ability to enrich uranium and preventing any future path to a nuclear weapon.

    The president also hinted that economic concessions could be addressed in later negotiations.

    “No money will be exchanged, until further notice,” Trump wrote.

    Trump’s decision to convene in the Situation Room — traditionally reserved for the nation’s most consequential military and national security deliberations — suggests the administration believes a pivotal moment in the negotiations has arrived.

    Whether the talks ultimately produce a historic diplomatic breakthrough or collapse at the finish line may soon be decided behind the secure doors of the White House’s most closely watched room.

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    Newsom Pushes 100% Tax on Trump’s Anti-Weaponization Fund as Federal Judge Puts Program on Hold

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    California Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing a 100% state tax on any California resident who receives money from President Donald Trump’s newly created Anti-Weaponization Fund—a move that comes as a federal judge has temporarily blocked the controversial program from moving forward.

    “Anyone from California that receives any of those funds,” Newsom said during a Wednesday news conference, according to Fox News. “We want to tax 100% of those proceeds and that’s an action the state of California can take. It’s an action we look forward to taking.”

    Newsom’s proposal targets the Department of Justice’s new $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund, which was established as part of a settlement that led Trump to drop a lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service. The fund is intended to compensate individuals who claim they were victims of government “weaponization” or politically motivated legal actions.

    The California governor, who is widely viewed as a potential 2028 presidential candidate, has been among the fund’s most vocal critics.

    On social media, Newsom argued the fund could ultimately benefit people connected to the January 6 Capitol riot.

    “He pardoned all of those folks that were beating up cops and absolved them, providing them 1.776 billion dollars. So not only do you get a pardon, you get rewarded,” Newsom wrote on X, according to Fox News. “That’s why this is needed.”

    Supporters of the Anti-Weaponization Fund have described it as a nonpartisan effort to provide compensation to Americans who were improperly targeted by government agencies. Critics, however, have labeled it a political “boondoggle” that could enrich Trump’s allies.

    Newsom’s opposition has also sparked accusations of hypocrisy from Republicans and conservative critics. Fox News noted that critics have pointed to California’s own politically controversial spending programs, including a $25 million legal fund established to challenge actions taken by the Trump administration. California Senate Minority Leader Brian Jones previously described that program as a “slush fund.”

    The debate may be largely theoretical for now.

    On Friday, U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema temporarily blocked the Trump administration from establishing or operating the Anti-Weaponization Fund while legal challenges proceed. Brinkema ordered the government to maintain the status quo until she can rule on requests to halt the program more permanently.

    The judge’s ruling prevents any funds from being distributed while the case moves forward, creating a major obstacle for one of Trump’s most controversial second-term initiatives.

    Newsom’s proposed tax would likely face legal scrutiny of its own if the fund ultimately survives the ongoing court challenge and begins issuing payments.

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    Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Anti-Weaponization Fund

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    A federal judge on Friday temporarily blocked the Trump administration from establishing and operating its controversial $1.8 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund,” dealing a major setback to one of President Donald Trump’s most controversial post-election legal initiatives.

    U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema ordered the Department of Justice not to move forward with the fund while legal challenges proceed. The fund was created as part of a settlement agreement that led Trump to drop his $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax records.

    According to a Justice Department press release, the fund was intended to create a process to “hear and redress claims” from individuals who allegedly suffered from government “weaponization” and “lawfare.” The DOJ said the fund would have the authority to issue formal apologies and monetary compensation to approved claimants.

    The fund, valued at approximately $1.776 billion, immediately drew criticism from legal experts, Democrats, and some Republicans, who argued it could function as a political slush fund and potentially provide payments to Trump allies, including some individuals prosecuted in connection with the January 6 Capitol riot.

    Brinkema’s order temporarily halts any transfers or payouts from the fund pending further court review. A hearing on the matter is reportedly scheduled for June 12.

    The fund was originally slated to remain in operation until December 1, 2028, shortly before the end of Trump’s second term in office.

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    Arrest Made After Chilling Threat Against TPUSA Event and Charlie Kirk’s Widow

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    A Texas man has been arrested after allegedly threatening to bomb an upcoming Turning Point USA event in San Antonio and kill the conservative nonprofit’s CEO, Erika Kirk, authorities said.

    Jacob Wenske, 26, was charged with two felony counts of making a terroristic threat causing public fear after investigators linked him to a series of alarming online posts targeting Kirk and the organization’s upcoming Women’s Leadership Summit, according to court records obtained by local outlet KSAT.

    The three-day summit is scheduled to take place June 5-7 at the San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter on the River Walk and is expected to draw more than 2,500 attendees.

    According to investigators, Wenske responded to a Facebook post promoting the event by allegedly writing, “I know exactly where to bomb.”

    In another comment on the same thread, he allegedly added, “I can’t wait to be the valet for her escort,” a statement authorities interpreted as a threat directed at Kirk and others attending the event.

    Police said the threats escalated further in a separate email allegedly linked to Wenske.

    “Death to Erika Kirk and every single speaker there!! America will live on without those scum on this earth. Every Christian nationalist shall perish in the bombing that will take place at every single Turning Point rally and event,” the email allegedly stated, according to arrest documents cited by KSAT and other local reports.

    Investigators reportedly identified Wenske through subscriber records, email addresses, phone numbers and IP address data connected to the accounts used to make the threats.

    Authorities viewed the messages as credible threats of mass violence aimed not only at Kirk, but also at event attendees, speakers and hotel staff. Wenske’s bond was set at a combined $120,000, according to court records.

    The arrest comes as Kirk has faced an increasingly hostile security environment since taking over leadership of Turning Point USA following the 2025 assassination of her husband and the group’s co-founder, Charlie Kirk.

    Charlie Kirk was fatally shot during a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University in September 2025. Following his death, the organization’s board unanimously selected Erika Kirk to serve as CEO and chairwoman.

    Since assuming the role, Kirk has been the target of repeated threats.

    In April, she abruptly canceled a planned appearance alongside Vice President JD Vance at a Turning Point USA event at the University of Georgia after receiving what organizers described as “very serious threats.” Vance later confirmed he had been briefed on the threats before the event, while TPUSA officials said security concerns surrounding Kirk’s travel and personal safety prompted the decision.

    Turning Point USA said it is continuing with the San Antonio summit as planned despite the latest threat.

    “We are grateful to the San Antonio Police Department and the FBI for their rapid response and arrest of the individual making these threats,” the organization said in a statement posted on X.

    “The safety of our attendees, speakers, and staff is always our top priority. All TPUSA events include enhanced, multi-layered security measures enforced by both private security and local police.”

    The organization added that it would not be intimidated by threats of violence.

    “We refuse to let threats silence us. We look forward to a successful and inspiring gathering June 5-7 in San Antonio for 2,500+ ladies attending the Women’s Leadership Summit!”

    Kirk remains one of the featured speakers at the event, alongside several high-profile conservative figures, including former prosecutor Jeanine Pirro, women’s sports advocate Riley Gaines and media personality Savannah Chrisley.

    If convicted, Wenske could face significant prison time under Texas law. A third-degree felony charge of making a terroristic threat carries a potential sentence of up to 10 years in prison.

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