Federal Judge Denies Halt on $1.776 Billion Settlement Fund for Alleged Government Harm, Warns Against Evading Oversight
A federal judge has denied a government watchdog's request to halt the Trump administration's progress on a $1.776 billion settlement fund for individuals alleging harm from a weaponized government. Despite the rejection, the judge cautioned the administration not to evade the court's oversight. U.S. District Judge Richard Leon issued the warning to a government attorney at the conclusion of the hearing.