Donald Trump issued a statement on Friday targeting Senator John Cornyn (R-Texas) regarding the senator's stance on a proposed 'anti-weaponization' fund intended for the Department of Justice. The fund, which has been discussed in the context of the nomination of Todd Blanche for a senior position, has become a point of friction between the two Republicans.

Trump’s criticism centers on the timing of Cornyn’s objections. According to Trump, Cornyn did not express concerns regarding the fund until after Trump announced his endorsement of a primary challenger to the Texas senator. Trump suggested that the senator's policy disagreement is politically motivated rather than based on the merits of the proposal itself.

While the report from The Hill highlights Trump's assertion that Cornyn’s opposition is a recent development, it does not include a direct response or clarification from Senator Cornyn’s office regarding his specific objections to the fund or the timeline of his communications with Trump. The dispute underscores ongoing tensions within the Republican Party regarding the oversight and structure of the Justice Department under a potential future Trump administration. The 'anti-weaponization' fund is a key component of Trump's platform, aimed at restructuring how the DOJ operates, though the specific mechanics and legal authority for such a fund remain subjects of broader debate among lawmakers.