Blanche says Trump administration is scrapping $1.8B fund meant to compensate president's alliesBy ERIC TUCKER and ALANNA DURKIN RICHER (Associated Press)June 2, 2026 8:53 p.m.📨 Daily news in your inboxSign up today for OPB’s “First Look” – your daily guide to the most important news and culture stories from around the Northwest.EmailPlease leave this field blankSign up