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Trump Backs Off Plan for $1.8 Billion Fund That Drew Political Backlash
2 June 2026 at 18:16
The fund has drawn backlash from critics who said it was a scheme to reward President Trump’s political allies with public benefits.
Beyond the legal challenges, President Trump has also faced increasing pressure from both parties on Capitol Hill to torpedo the fund.
© Allison Robbert for The New York Times
