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Judge continues to block Justice Department's $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund
By Melissa Quinn at CBS4 Miami
· June 12, 2026
· 5 min read
Alexandria, Virginia — A federal judge on Friday continued to block the Justice Department's nearly $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund, expressing skepticism with the Trump administration's claims that the controversial program is not moving forward.U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema gran
Key takeaway If the Justice Department submits the declaration by June 19, the judge said she is likely to drop the case.
Why this matters in The Miami
The ongoing saga of the Justice Department's "anti-weaponization" fund has significant implications for Miami's diverse communities, particularly in neighborhoods like Little Havana and Wynwood, where residents are already concerned about safety and security. As a major hub for Latin American and Caribbean communities, Miami is particularly vulnerable to the potential consequences of such a fund, which could disproportionately affect immigrant and minority populations. The fact that a federal judge has continued to block the fund is a welcome development for many Miamians, who are wary of the Trump administration's claims that the program is not moving forward. As the case continues to unfold, Miami residents will be watching closely to see how the Justice Department responds to the judge's demands for a sworn declaration, and whether the fund will ultimately be revived in some form. The city's residents deserve transparency and accountability on this issue.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 12, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Alexandria, Virginia — A federal judge on Friday continued to block the Justice Department's nearly $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund, expressing skepticism with the Trump administration's claims that the controversial program is not moving forward.U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema gran
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