Federal Judge Panel Raises Unprecedented Legal Challenge to Trump Inaugural Fund
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A coalition of retired federal judges has formally petitioned a District of Columbia appellate court to block disbursements from the Trump Inaugural Fund, citing potential violations of campaign finance law. The motion, filed Monday, alleges that the fund, originally established to cover transition and inaugural events for former President Donald Trump, may have been used to settle personal debts or influence political outcomes. The retired justices, who collectively served on the U.S. Courts of Appeals and the Supreme Court, argue that the fund's remaining balance exceeds $1.4 million and lacks transparent oversight. The Trump legal team has dismissed the challenge as politically motivated, though the court has scheduled a preliminary hearing for March 12. This case marks a rare intervention by former judges against a political figure, raising questions about judicial independence and accountability.