Drain the Slush Fund Act
This bill, known as the Drain the Slush Fund Act, prevents the U.S. government from paying any court judgments, settlements, or legal costs to the President or Vice President. It directly affects the federal budget and legal system by amending existing laws to block such payments for any lawsuits filed by these officials. The measure applies to all cases pending or filed on or after January 20, 2025, ensuring that no financial awards can be made to the highest-ranking executive officers.
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Introduction
Jun 2026
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Introduced Jun 10, 2026
Last action Jun 10, 2026
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Jun 10, 2026
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Jun 10, 2026
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Introduced in House
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1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
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