The U.S. Department of Justice announced the Anti-Weaponization Fund on May 18, 2026, as part of a settlement in Trump v. Internal Revenue Service, directing $1.776 billion from the Judgment Fund to compensate individuals or entities alleging harm from prior federal actions. Two lawsuits filed in federal court shortly afterward seek to enjoin disbursements, arguing the mechanism exceeds statutory authority and constitutes an improper use of taxpayer resources. Congressional Republicans and Democrats have signaled opposition through proposed legislation and procedural holds, while the fund has not yet issued payments. Court scheduling and any emergency rulings before June 30 represent the primary near-term variables that could determine whether the program proceeds or faces an injunction.