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Trump’s Patriots Fund and the Capitol Riots | Charleston News
The Trump administration’s $2 billion “government overreach” fund sparked outrage, seen by many—including some Republicans—as a reward for January 6 rioters. The DOJ shut it down after mounting pressure, while a federal judge dismissed a seditious conspiracy case against one rioter, prompting Senator Schumer to warn of weak checks and balances. Trump continues defending the rioters as “great American Patriots,” calling them unfairly targeted, even comparing their persecution to dogs being hunted. GOP Senators Cornyn and Tillis joined Democrats in blocking a top DOJ nominee until the fund was…
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