The Anti-Weaponization Fund and Tax Immunity Gambits
The Anti-Weaponization Fund and Tax Immunity Gambits  
Podcast: Executive Functions Chat
Published On: Fri May 22 2026
Description: Bob and Jack discuss the Justice Department and IRS “settlement” with President Trump and his family, which created a $1.776 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund” for Trump allies and immunized Trump and others from IRS scrutiny and penalties for past conduct. They discuss how the episode combines two hallmarks of the Trump presidency: abuse of government power and self-enrichment. They also consider possible judicial remedies and the causes and possible consequences of the sharp congressional reaction, including from many Republicans. Get full access to Executive Functions at www.execfunctions.org/subscribe