This bill, called the "Drain the Slush Fund Act," would prohibit the federal government from using a specific fund to pay judgments, awards, or settlements in lawsuits filed by the President or Vice President. Currently, Section 1304 of federal law allows the government to pay these legal expenses from a general account sometimes referred to as a "slush fund." The legislation would block this practice for any cases brought by sitting presidents or vice presidents, either currently pending or filed after January 20, 2025. The bill was introduced in the Senate by senators from California, Arizona, and Michigan and was referred to the Judiciary Committee. The measure contains no specific funding amount since it restricts rather than appropriates funds.
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