‘We Should All Apply’ to Trump’s Slush Fund
NYT Opinion • 5/23/2026 – 5/24/2026
Summary
Trump has proposed a $1.8 billion compensation fund related to the events of January 6. This proposal is receiving scrutiny, with David French discussing the perceived double standard in treatment between rioters and ordinary Americans under the system on “The Opinions.”
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
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Final Score12/100
CategoryAntiLindy
StatusActive
Recency Multiplier97% (0.5^2/48)
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Source Reputation: Low-trust source (4/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: Breaking news - too recent to assess longevity
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