January 6 Compensation Claims — Anti-Weaponization Fund

January 6 defendants and people who believe they were selectively prosecuted may have a claim. Track DOJ updates on J6 Anti-Weaponization Fund eligibility here.

Last updated May 22, 2026 By LawfareClaims.org

January 6 defendants and people who believe they were selectively prosecuted may have a claim. Track DOJ updates on J6 Anti-Weaponization Fund eligibility here.

What Is the Anti-Weaponization Fund?

The DOJ Anti-Weaponization Fund is a $1.776 billion fund announced by the Department of Justice in May 2026. It is intended to compensate individuals and organizations who believe they were targeted by federal agencies — including the IRS, FBI, and DOJ — for political reasons during the Biden administration.

Current Status

  • Announced: May 2026
  • Total fund: $1.776 billion
  • Eligibility criteria: Being finalized by the DOJ commission — start building your documentation now
  • Claim portal: Not yet open — sign up below to be notified the moment it launches

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