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Trump’s IRS settlement features a $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund for allies. Here’s who may get the money.

MarketWatch · May 18, 2026, 7:44 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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Trump’s IRS settlement features a $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund for allies. Here’s who may get the money.

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