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Todd Blanche Faces Criticism Ahead of Attorney General Confirmation

Todd Blanche is poised to become U.S. Attorney General despite controversy over his role in a disputed settlement and immunity order.

Aug 5, 2026, 8:31 PM Reason

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Republican Senators End Opposition to Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche

Two Republican holdouts have agreed to support Todd Blanche following his decision to cancel potential payouts to Trump allies.

NBC Politics | Aug 4, 2026, 4:36 AM

Republican Senators Back Todd Blanche’s Attorney General Nomination After Ending Controversial Fund

Key Republican holdouts agree to advance Todd Blanche’s nomination following written assurance to terminate a $1.8bn fund linked to Donald Trump’s allies.

Guardian US | Aug 3, 2026, 4:49 PM

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Key Republican Senators End Opposition to Todd Blanche’s Attorney General Confirmation

Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis drop resistance after securing concessions on anti-weaponization fund and audit immunity, paving way for confirmation vote.

Fox News Latest | Aug 3, 2026, 3:40 PM

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Republican Senators Question Defense Secretary Hegseth’s Leadership Amid Prolonged Iran Conflict

GOP senators express waning confidence in Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth as the Iran war continues without resolution, citing unanticipated regional threats and escalating costs.

The Hill | Jul 27, 2026, 10:37 AM

Todd Blanche Poised to Become US Attorney General After GOP Senators Lift Opposition

Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis withdraw objections following Justice Department’s move to scrap controversial compensation fund.

Guardian US | Aug 4, 2026, 11:34 AM

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Todd Blanche Reaches Deal with GOP Holdouts, Clearing Path for Confirmation Vote

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche resolved disputes with Republican senators over DOJ policies, enabling progress toward his confirmation.

Daily Caller | Aug 3, 2026, 8:05 PM

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Cornyn and Tillis Back Todd Blanche for Attorney General After Deal on Anti-Weaponization Fund

Republican Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis announced support for Todd Blanche's nomination following an agreement to end the controversial anti-weaponization fund and clarify tax immunity terms.

CBS Politics | Aug 3, 2026, 3:26 PM

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Acting US Attorney General Todd Blanche Withdraws Trump’s Controversial Fund Plan Ahead of Confirmation Vote

The withdrawal clears the path for Blanche’s permanent confirmation after Republican senators demanded a written guarantee that the fund would not be revived.

BBC World | Aug 3, 2026, 10:34 AM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Terminates Trump’s $1.8 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund Amid Senate Confirmation Standoff

Following weeks of negotiations with Republican senators blocking his nomination, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche formally rescinded the controversial fund intended to compensate President Trump’s political allies.

Washington Times News | Aug 3, 2026, 10:33 AM

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Todd Blanche Rescinds Trump’s 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' Amid Attorney General Confirmation Pressure

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche withdrew the nearly $1.8 billion fund and clarified IRS audit protections for Donald Trump following opposition from Republican senators.

ABC Top Stories | Aug 3, 2026, 5:52 AM

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Officially Ends Trump’s $1.8 Billion ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’

After weeks of negotiations with Republican senators blocking his nomination, Todd Blanche issues a formal order terminating the controversial fund intended to compensate political allies of Donald Trump.

Guardian US | Aug 3, 2026, 5:28 AM

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Senate GOP Senators Push to Delay August Recess to Pass Key Legislative Priorities

Republican senators, led by James Lankford, urge the Senate to continue working past the planned August recess if top GOP priorities, including voter ID legislation, are not passed.

The Hill | Aug 2, 2026, 11:32 PM

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Trump’s Demand to Cancel August Recess Puts Vulnerable Republicans in Difficult Position Ahead of 2026 Midterms

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.

Fox News Latest | Aug 2, 2026, 1:19 PM

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Trump Threatens to Revive $1.8 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund Amid Blanche AG Nomination Block

President Donald Trump vows to push for the Anti-Weaponization Bill if Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination is blocked by Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis.

NBC Politics | Aug 1, 2026, 6:01 PM

Senate Judiciary Committee to Reconsider Todd Blanche’s Attorney General Nomination Amid Trump’s Push for $1.8bn Fund

Donald Trump reverses course to revive a controversial $1.8 billion fund as Todd Blanche’s confirmation faces hurdles from Republican senators.

Guardian US | Aug 1, 2026, 3:47 PM

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Trump Declares $1.8 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund 'Dead' While Defending It

President Donald Trump’s statement complicates negotiations with Republican senators blocking his attorney general nominee over the fund’s future.

Washington Times News | Aug 1, 2026, 12:17 AM

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Sen. Fetterman Says Trump Has ‘Zero Leverage’ Over GOP Senators Opposing Blanche Confirmation

Outgoing Republican senators Thom Tillis, Bill Cassidy, and John Cornyn express skepticism about Todd Blanche’s DOJ nomination, complicating President Trump’s efforts.

The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 10:57 PM

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Trump Considers Withdrawing Todd Blanche Attorney General Nomination Amid GOP Opposition

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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Trump Considers Withdrawing Todd Blanche’s Attorney General Nomination Amid Senate Vote Delay

President Donald Trump threatens to pull Todd Blanche’s DOJ nomination after Republican senators delay a key vote over a compensation fund dispute.

NBC Politics | Jul 31, 2026, 12:19 PM

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Trump May Pause Todd Blanche’s Attorney General Confirmation Amid GOP Opposition

President Trump indicated a possible delay in the confirmation of Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche after resistance from Republican senators.

CBS Politics | Jul 31, 2026, 2:10 AM

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President Trump Threatens to Withdraw Nomination of Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche

Amid opposition from two Republican senators, President Trump signals possible withdrawal of Todd Blanche's nomination.

NBC Politics | Jul 31, 2026, 1:22 AM

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Trump Threatens to Withdraw Todd Blanche’s AG Nomination Amid GOP Opposition

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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Trump Considers Withdrawing Attorney General Nominee Todd Blanche Amid Senate Opposition

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