Raskin Slams Trump's 'Political Slush Fund'

Raskin's Strong Opposition

Rep. Jamie Raskin, the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee, has vehemently condemned the proposed compensation fund for allies of former President Trump, labeling it a "political slush fund". Raskin argues that this fund, which could amount to $1.776 billion, is not only illegal but also unconstitutional, as it bypasses Congress's authority to appropriate funds.

Raskin stated, "Only Congress has the power to appropriate money, and Congress never voted on creating this fund." He emphasized that even if Congress were to consider such a fund, it would violate multiple constitutional provisions. The fund is intended to settle claims from individuals allegedly wrongfully targeted by the Biden administration, including those involved in the January 6 Capitol riots.

• Key points from Raskin's argument include:
• The fund's creation lacks congressional approval.
• Compensating pardoned rioters would violate the Fourteenth Amendment.
• Raskin calls for Congress to intervene and block the fund's establishment.

Raskin's remarks signal a potential legal battle ahead, as he indicated that Democrats would likely pursue lawsuits to challenge the fund's legitimacy.