How Trump’s giant ‘slush fund’ sparked lawsuits, roiled Republicans and revived Jan. 6

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration’s nearly $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund has attracted scrutiny for its corruption potential, even splitting congressional Republicans who rarely confront President Donald Trump’s decisions and policies.

Among the top concerns: Could pardoned Jan. 6, 2021, riot defendants who assaulted police officers claim a slice of the pie and essentially be rewarded for committing political violence?

Advocates are also legally challenging the fund’s structure that will conceal details from the public, including …