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Concerns about DOJ's "anti-weaponization fund" grow

Lawmakers and experts are raising concerns about the "anti-weaponization fund" established by the Justice Department to provide payouts to people alleging the legal system was "weaponized" against them. CBS News contributor Rebecca Roiphe has more.

Published May 22, 2026, 3:31 PM
Updated May 22, 2026, 3:53 PM626
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Concerns about DOJ's "anti-weaponization fund" grow

Lawmakers and experts are raising concerns about the "anti-weaponization fund" established by the Justice Department to provide payouts to people alleging the legal system was "weaponized" against them. CBS News contributor Rebecca Roiphe has more.

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