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Lisa Murkowski: “I am also keenly aware that the Department’s nearly $2-billion dollar slush fund—which likely would have rewarded…”

On the recordAugust 7, 2026
I am also keenly aware that the Department’s nearly $2-billion dollar slush fund—which likely would have rewarded January 6 protesters—is only off the table because this nomination is pending and the Senate has leverage.
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Lisa Murkowski
Republican · Alaska

Editor's note · Context

Discussing concerns over funding related to January 6 protesters.

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