Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., says he would not support legislation for President Trump’s proposed “anti-weaponization” fund without limits. Appearing on NBC’s “Meet the Press” and speaking to NBC News, Kennedy argues that any measure addressing the fund should be carefully structured rather than giving the administration broad discretion. He also frames the need for legislation as stemming from Trump’s own acknowledgment that the initiative requires congressional action.
Kennedy adds that the bill should exclude certain individuals from receiving benefits, specifically referencing Jan. 6 rioters. His comments indicate he supports some form of legislative framework governing how the fund operates, including restrictions on eligibility.
Across the coverage, Kennedy’s position centers on two related points: he opposes authorizing the fund through an open-ended approval process, and he favors conditions within any bill to prevent funding from reaching targeted groups, including people involved in the Jan. 6 attack.
