President Donald Trump's $1.8 billion "Anti-Weaponization Fund" is turning into a magnet for both his staunchest allies and his fiercest critics, all lining up for a piece of the payout. The fund, set up by the Justice Department, is intended to compensate individuals who claim they were unfairly targeted by the federal government for political reasons. And the line is already forming.

Mike Lindell, the CEO of MyPillow and a vocal Trump supporter who promoted 2020 election conspiracy theories, announced he plans to apply. Lindell claims his company suffered massive losses due to political attacks, estimating a $400 million hit to the brand. He's not alone among Trump allies seeking restitution.

Michael Caputo, a former HHS official during Trump's first term, was the first to file a claim, seeking $2.7 million. He alleges that he and his family were unfairly targeted during the Biden administration.

But it's not just Trump supporters who see an opportunity. Michael Cohen, Trump's former lawyer who later turned on him and helped prosecutors in the hush-money case, is preparing to apply. Cohen, who has faced criminal charges, argues he's a prime example of someone whose life was ruined by politically motivated law enforcement tactics, according to the Wall Street Journal.

And then there's James Comey, the former FBI director who oversaw the Russia probe into Trump's 2016 campaign and was later fired by Trump. Comey has hinted he might apply, telling CNN's Jake Tapper earlier this week: "So, I'm guessing I'll be in line. I hope I'll be ahead of those who savagely beat police officers and sacked the Capitol." Comey has since faced investigations and attacks from Trump allies.

The fund has sparked controversy not just among Democrats but also among Republicans. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) disclosed that Republicans were considering legislative actions to "kill" the fund. Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) said he'd "be willing to consider" leveraging congressional action to block the funds. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) called the fund "morally wrong" and questioned: "So, the nation's top law enforcement official is asking for a slush fund to pay people who assault cops?"

Amid the backlash, Trump warned that opposing him politically "doesn't work out well." The fund's future remains uncertain, but for now, the claims are rolling in from all sides.