Trump Defends $1.8 Billion ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund Amid Opposition to Blanche Nomination
President Donald Trump’s support for a controversial fund for Jan. 6 defendants complicates the confirmation of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
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President Donald Trump’s support for a controversial fund for Jan. 6 defendants complicates the confirmation of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
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Two Republican senators are withholding support for Todd Blanche's nomination, demanding the termination of a controversial DOJ fund.
CBS Politics | Jul 31, 2026, 2:40 PM
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Sen. John Kennedy cautions President Trump that postponing Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination could backfire as Democrats may gain Senate control in November.
The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 12:40 PM
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Senate Republicans and Democrats are negotiating a funding agreement to prevent a shutdown and limit a White House rule expanding Trump appointees' control over congressional appropriations.
The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 11:04 AM
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President Donald Trump warns he may pull the nomination of Todd Blanche for attorney general until Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis leave office, following their objections tied to a tax lawsuit settlement.
NBC Politics | Jul 31, 2026, 12:39 AM
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US President Donald Trump may temporarily withdraw Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general after two Republican senators delayed the confirmation vote over concerns about a proposed settlement involving Trump's tax records.
CNA Latest News | Jul 30, 2026, 8:59 PM
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Thom Tillis criticizes President Trump’s handling of Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination, calling it ‘bad advice’ amid stalled confirmation.
Daily Caller | Jul 30, 2026, 8:34 PM
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President Trump may temporarily withdraw Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general due to opposition from Republican Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, with plans to resubmit after they leave office.
The Hill | Jul 30, 2026, 4:28 PM
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Key Republicans postpone Judiciary Committee vote on Todd Blanche’s nomination due to concerns over his ties to Trump and a controversial IRS lawsuit settlement.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 4:23 PM
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President Donald Trump faces opposition from key Republican senators over a controversial tax immunity deal tied to his former personal lawyer Todd Blanche’s nomination as US attorney general.
Guardian US | Jul 30, 2026, 4:11 PM
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Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced plans to reduce the sales tax on food from 8% to 1% for two years starting April 2027, aiming to ease living costs amid concerns over Japan's fiscal health.
CNA Latest News | Jul 30, 2026, 5:22 AM
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Opposition from Republican Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn over a disputed DOJ fund delays the confirmation process for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
The Hill | Jul 30, 2026, 12:55 AM
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Facing difficult public polling, House Republicans are campaigning nationwide during their August recess, aiming to highlight legislative achievements and link Democrats to far-left primary winners ahead of the midterm elections.
The Hill | Jul 27, 2026, 12:00 AM
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The National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2027 passed narrowly in the House despite Democratic opposition over its cost, Iran war involvement, and voting restrictions tied to the bill.
CNA Latest News | Jul 23, 2026, 2:02 AMgeneral
House GOP advances a $95 billion budget framework despite opposition from fiscal hawks over lack of spending offsets, with a critical floor vote expected next week.
Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 6:14 PMpolitics
On July 15, 2026, the House approved a fiscal year 2027 appropriations bill funding the State Department and national security programs, while also advancing the contentious Save America Act linked to the spending measure.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 10:17 PMpolitics
The GOP aims to pass a party-line budget resolution allocating $90 billion for military spending, election-related measures, and agricultural assistance amid ongoing tensions in Iran.
NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 4:25 PMgeneral
House to vote on the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act amid Democratic criticism of Republican funding proposals.
Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 9:20 AM
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At the NATO summit in Ankara, President Donald Trump’s erratic behavior and sharp criticisms of allies raised concerns about the future reliability of US support within the alliance.
Guardian US | Jul 12, 2026, 6:08 AM
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President Donald Trump emphasizes the U.S. commitment to combating communism while highlighting ongoing efforts in Venezuela, including military and economic measures.
The Hill | Jul 8, 2026, 1:39 PM
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The Trump administration has filed an appeal against a Florida federal judge’s decision that found the president colluded with the government in a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS, a case linked to the creation of a $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund.
The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 9:05 PM
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President Trump addressed questions about a fund established after an IRS settlement, stating it is no longer active amid discussions on Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination.
NBC Politics | Jul 31, 2026, 8:47 PM
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Violence escalates in Gaza, Lebanon, West Bank, and Iran with significant civilian casualties, prompting UN Secretary-General António Guterres to demand an immediate halt to hostilities.
UN News | Jul 31, 2026, 8:42 PM
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Since the US military captured Nicolás Maduro in January 2026, Washington has increasingly controlled Venezuela's political and financial affairs, with billions of dollars from Venezuelan oil sales now in US hands.
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