A federal judge temporarily blocks President Donald Trump’s administration from processing or paying claims through a newly created settlement fund described as an “anti-weaponization” fund. Multiple outlets report the judge issues an order halting payouts tied to allegations by Trump allies that they were targeted by a “weaponized” government. The fund is reported to total about $1.776 billion, also described as roughly $1.8 billion. The court’s temporary order prevents the administration from moving forward with claims through the fund while the matter is under review. Outlets also describe the halt as extending beyond initial disbursements, barring both processing and payment of any claims submitted under the settlement framework. The reports do not describe a final resolution or the specific reasons for the judge’s decision in detail, but they consistently state that the order is temporary and limits the administration’s ability to administer the fund during the legal proceedings.