False

“There’s been numerous other occasions over the years” when the federal government created a reserve similar to a new $1.776 billion anti-weaponization settlement fund.

FindingFalse
Claim dateMay 20, 2026
Last reviewedSeptember 19, 2026

The statement: “There’s been numerous other occasions over the years” when the federal government created a reserve similar to a new $1.776 billion anti-weaponization settlement fund.

Context

stated on May 18, 2026 in remarks at the White House:

Published finding: False

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