Blanche Won’t Rule Out Trump Payouts For January 6 Rioters
May 20, 2026·about 20 hours ago·via Reuters

Acting Attorney General Blanche is refusing to rule out Trump “weaponization” payouts to January 6 rioters who assaulted police, a stance that is sure to fuel a fresh political firestorm. The issue is messy, but the broader fight is clear - conservatives want accountability for government abuse, while critics will scream only when the political target is on their side. The question now is whether any payment plan would reward misconduct or simply answer claims of selective justice. Read more about this...