The Government Created a Fund
to Pay People It Wrongly Targeted.
On May 18, 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice announced the creation of a $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund to hear and redress claims from individuals who were targeted by the IRS or other government agencies for improper political, personal, or ideological reasons. If the government weaponized its power against you — you may have a claim.
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The DOJ Just Created One of the Largest Government Accountability Funds in American History.
As part of the settlement agreement in President Donald J. Trump v. Internal Revenue Service, Attorney General Todd Blanche established the Anti-Weaponization Fund — a formal, government-administered process to hear and redress claims from people who were targeted by the machinery of the federal government for improper reasons.
"The machinery of government should never be weaponized against any American, and it is this Department's intention to make right the wrongs that were previously done while ensuring this never happens again." — Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche
The fund is not limited to high-profile political figures. There are no partisan requirements to file. Any individual or entity that suffered from the improper use of government power — including IRS audits, criminal investigations, or enforcement actions that were politically motivated, selectively targeted, or otherwise unlawful — may be eligible to submit a claim.
You May Have a Claim If the Government Targeted You Improperly.
The fund was designed to address the use of government power to target individuals or entities for improper and unlawful political, personal, or ideological reasons. Here are the scenarios most likely to give rise to a valid claim — particularly as they relate to IRS and tax enforcement.
IRS Audit Triggered by Political or Ideological Targeting
If you were audited and believe the audit was initiated or escalated for reasons unrelated to legitimate tax compliance — including political affiliation, public statements, or association with targeted groups — you may have a claim.
IRS Criminal Investigation With Improper Origins
If you were the subject of an IRS Criminal Investigation and have reason to believe the investigation was motivated by improper factors rather than legitimate tax enforcement, the fund may provide a path to redress.
Nonprofit or Tax-Exempt Organization Targeted
Organizations whose tax-exempt applications were improperly delayed, denied, or scrutinized based on political viewpoint or ideological affiliation — similar to the Tea Party targeting scandal — may have valid claims.
Tax Return Information Leaked or Improperly Disclosed
The fund arose in part from the improper leak of President Trump's tax returns. If your confidential tax return information was unlawfully disclosed or accessed, you may have a strong claim for both apology and monetary relief.
DOJ Tax Prosecution Motivated by Improper Factors
If you were prosecuted or investigated by the DOJ Tax Division and believe the prosecution was driven by improper political, personal, or ideological considerations rather than legitimate law enforcement, the fund may apply.
Other Government Weaponization Against You
The fund is not limited to IRS matters. Any use of federal government power — including enforcement, investigation, or prosecution — that was improperly targeted at you for non-legitimate reasons may support a claim.
Important: The fund's specific eligibility criteria, claim procedures, and review standards will be established by the five-member Commission appointed by the Attorney General. This page reflects the DOJ press release issued May 18, 2026. The claims process is new and the procedural rules are still being finalized. Filing a claim early — with proper legal representation — positions you best for the review process. DeWitt Law will monitor developments as the fund's procedures are published and advise clients accordingly.
How DeWitt Law Helps You File Your Claim.
The Anti-Weaponization Fund is a brand-new process with rules that are still being established. Getting proper legal representation now positions you ahead of the process — not scrambling to catch up when the rules are finalized.
Free consultation — we evaluate your potential claim
We review what happened to you — the audit, the investigation, the prosecution, or the improper government action — and provide an honest assessment of whether you have a viable claim under the fund's stated purpose. This consultation is free and confidential.
We document your claim
If you have a viable claim, we build the factual and legal record. This includes gathering IRS records, audit files, correspondence, investigation records, and any other documentation that supports the allegation of improper government targeting. As attorneys, all communications are protected by the attorney-client privilege.
We monitor the fund's procedures as they are published
The Commission has not yet published its claim submission process. We are monitoring the DOJ's announcements and will ensure your claim is prepared and submitted in full compliance with the fund's requirements — including any formal application, supporting documentation, and legal argument requirements.
We submit your claim and advocate for maximum relief
We prepare and file your claim with the Commission, including a comprehensive legal submission documenting the government's improper conduct and the relief you are entitled to — whether monetary compensation, a formal apology, or both. We advocate for your interests through the entire review process.
More Than a Law Firm: We Help Taxpayers Fight Back Against the IRS.
We Know How the IRS Operates
Our attorneys are also licensed CPAs. We have represented clients in IRS audits, criminal investigations, and DOJ Tax prosecutions for years. We understand the IRS's internal processes — including how investigations are initiated and what makes a referral legitimate versus improper.
We Have Handled IRS CI Cases at Every Level
From administrative investigations to grand jury proceedings to federal trials and sentencing hearings — DeWitt Law has represented clients at every stage of the IRS criminal process. We know what improper government conduct looks like because we have seen it firsthand.
Attorney-Client Privilege Protects Everything
Every communication you have with DeWitt Law about your potential claim is protected by the attorney-client privilege. That protection is essential when your claim involves sensitive allegations about government misconduct — and it applies from your very first consultation.
Nationwide Representation
DeWitt Law represents clients across the United States. Wherever you are, and wherever the government's improper conduct occurred, we can represent you in the Anti-Weaponization Fund claims process.
Led by an Attorney Who Has Fought the IRS — and Won.
Tyler DeWitt leads DeWitt Law, PC — a criminal tax defense and civil tax controversy firm representing clients nationwide. As both a licensed attorney and a CPA, Tyler brings a rare combination of legal expertise and IRS knowledge to complex matters involving government overreach. He has represented clients in IRS criminal investigations, DOJ Tax prosecutions, Tax Court litigation, and federal district courts — and has seen firsthand what the weaponization of government enforcement power looks like and what it costs the people it targets.
Evaluate Your Claim — Free Consultation
Tell us what happened. We will review your situation, assess whether you have a viable Anti-Weaponization Fund claim, and advise you on next steps — at no charge for the initial consultation.