Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Faces Senate Judiciary Committee Over DOJ Controversies
Blanche seeks permanent confirmation amid scrutiny over Justice Department actions, including a disputed fund linked to Trump's IRS lawsuit.
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Blanche seeks permanent confirmation amid scrutiny over Justice Department actions, including a disputed fund linked to Trump's IRS lawsuit.
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A federal judge criticized a settlement approved by Todd Blanche that benefits President Trump and his family, raising concerns about Blanche's suitability for attorney general.
Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 5:10 AMpolitics
Sen. John Cornyn questions the involvement of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche in a deal shielding former President Trump and his family from IRS audits.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 2:01 AMpolitics
Sen. Dick Durbin relayed that acting Attorney General Todd Blanche described the Trump-era fund as a misstep during a meeting ahead of Blanche’s Justice Department nomination hearing.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 12:05 AMus
Clarence Frazier Jr. charged with murder after shooting deputy US marshal Drew Hanson during a law enforcement operation in Alexandria, Louisiana.
Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 10:21 PMpolitics
A federal judge has issued a scathing opinion on a dismissed lawsuit involving former President Trump and a disputed $1.776 billion settlement, highlighting collusion and improper motives.
Reason | Jul 14, 2026, 2:30 PMgeneral
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appears before the Senate Judiciary Committee for a confirmation hearing following a recent bar discipline referral by Judge Kathleen Williams.
Fox News Latest | Jul 14, 2026, 1:52 PM
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A federal judge ruled that the lawsuit filed by Donald Trump and his allies against the IRS was for an improper purpose, nullifying a controversial settlement that shielded them from tax audits.
France 24 English | Jul 14, 2026, 5:44 AM
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U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams ruled that President Donald Trump’s January 29 lawsuit against the IRS was a facade to justify a settlement benefiting Trump and his allies with taxpayer funds.
Reason | Jul 14, 2026, 3:45 AM
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U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams ruled that President Donald Trump’s January lawsuit against the IRS was a facade to justify a settlement benefiting Trump and his allies with taxpayer funds.
Reason | Jul 14, 2026, 2:24 AM
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A viral TikTok video featuring an Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation attorney urging refusal to comply with ICE has prompted a state review and response from Homeland Security.
Fox News Latest | Jul 13, 2026, 3:19 PM
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Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican senator known for his hawkish foreign policy and close ties to Donald Trump, died at 71, prompting tributes from global leaders and a scramble to fill his Senate seat.
Guardian US | Jul 12, 2026, 10:43 AM
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Abdul Zahir Qadeer, a former Afghan National Assembly member and Border Force general, faces federal charges in New York for conspiring to import narcotics and possess illegal firearms.
CBS Politics | Jul 10, 2026, 11:58 PM
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The civil rights group demands a federal investigation into the task force's actions amid concerns over insufficient training and community trust.
Guardian US | Jul 10, 2026, 9:23 PM
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Senator Adam Schiff questions the Justice Department’s decision to halt felony charges against Abbott Laboratories over Cronobacter contamination linked to infant formula.
CBS Politics | Jul 10, 2026, 12:17 PM
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President Donald Trump’s self-negotiated IRS settlement and the creation of an ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ have drawn bipartisan criticism, legal scrutiny, and public concern over conflicts of interest and misuse of taxpayer money.
Reason | Jul 9, 2026, 6:43 PM
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Top Senate Democrats question whether a Justice Department settlement shields Trump family businesses from tax audits and prosecutions.
CBS Politics | Jul 7, 2026, 3:50 PM
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Following President Donald Trump's executive order, federal agencies report significant progress in combating healthcare fraud, with hundreds charged and billions in savings.
Daily Caller | Jul 6, 2026, 3:39 AM
world
The US government rejects ICC authority over its citizens amid ongoing legal disputes and arrest warrants for Israeli officials.
Al Jazeera | Jul 2, 2026, 9:49 PM
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Despite the Supreme Court upholding birthright citizenship, the Biden administration plans to intensify efforts against birth tourism, while activists emphasize the ruling's importance for voter rights.
Guardian US | Jul 2, 2026, 5:46 PM
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Despite the Supreme Court upholding birthright citizenship, the Biden administration plans to intensify efforts against birth tourism amid calls for legislative changes.
Guardian US | Jul 2, 2026, 3:18 PM
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Federal prosecutors and law enforcement will focus on curbing birth tourism despite such births representing less than 1% of US newborns annually.
Guardian US | Jul 1, 2026, 9:07 PM
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Brennan seeks court order to preserve records amid federal probes, alleging politically motivated targeting by the Trump Justice Department.
CBS Politics | Jul 1, 2026, 8:54 PM
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Republican senators warn that President Donald Trump’s insistence on canceling the August recess could hinder GOP incumbents’ ability to campaign, risking key Senate seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
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