Trump Announces 'Anti Weaponization Fund' to Shield CEOs From Regulatory Retaliation
In a move that sent shockwaves through corporate boardrooms, former President Donald Trump unveiled a new initiative today—the 'Anti Weaponization Fund'—aimed at protecting business leaders from what he calls "politically motivated attacks" by federal agencies. The fund, a centerpiece of his 2024 platform, promises to reimburse legal costs for executives targeted by SEC, DOJ, or FTC investigations tied to partisan agendas. "No more weaponizing our justice system against job creators," Trump declared, citing a recent case where a tech CEO faced 60 subpoenas in 18 months. The announcement triggered a 4% spike in small-cap indices as markets priced in reduced regulatory risk. Critics call it a corporate shield, but CEOs see a bottom-line lifeline.