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Trump’s Attorney General Nominee Faces Senate Hearing Amid Rising ICE Controversies

Todd Blanche, former personal defense lawyer to Donald Trump, confronts a contentious Senate Judiciary Committee hearing as federal immigration enforcement faces scrutiny following multiple deaths.

Jul 15, 2026, 10:50 AM Guardian US

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Grassley Reveals Jack Smith Team Reviewed Text Messages of 44 Lawmakers in Trump Probe

Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Chuck Grassley disclosed that the Justice Department informed him of a secret review of lawmakers' texts by former special counsel Jack Smith’s team during an investigation into President Trump.

The Hill | Jul 14, 2026, 9:15 PM

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Senate GOP Seeks August Recess Plan Amid Trump’s Demands

Senate Republicans struggle to finalize a plan for their August recess while addressing President Trump's insistence on passing key legislation.

The Hill | Aug 5, 2026, 11:06 AM

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Rep. Max Miller Requests House Ethics Investigation Amid Domestic Abuse Allegations

Ohio Representative Max Miller denies domestic abuse claims by his ex-wife and has proactively called for a House Ethics investigation into himself while maintaining his re-election campaign.

NBC Politics | Aug 4, 2026, 10:45 PM

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Trump’s Former Lawyer Advances Attorney General Bid After Scrapping $1.8 Billion Fund

Todd Blanche moves forward in confirmation after ending controversial settlement tied to Trump allies.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 4, 2026, 5:45 PM

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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Senator John Curtis Proposes State-Run Migrant Visa Program with Legal Status Pathway

The bill allows states to create migrant worker visa programs and includes a potential legal residency route for some undocumented immigrants.

Daily Caller | Aug 4, 2026, 1:36 AM

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Michigan Primary Highlights Shifts in Democratic Base Amid Trump 2.0 Era

As Michigan's Democratic Senate primary approaches, political dynamics reflect broader transformations within the party and ongoing negotiations involving the Trump administration.

NBC Politics | Aug 4, 2026, 12:27 AM

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Republicans Back Todd Blanche for US Attorney-General After Withdrawal of Controversial Fund

Todd Blanche, former personal lawyer to Donald Trump, is set for Senate confirmation following a deal to rescind a $2.5 billion fund criticized as benefiting Trump allies.

ABC Australia News | Aug 3, 2026, 11:38 PM

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Acting AG Todd Blanche Revises Trump IRS Settlement Amid Senate Concerns

Todd Blanche rescinds $1.8 billion fund and clarifies IRS immunity granted to Donald Trump, highlighting controversy over the legitimacy of the settlement.

Reason | Aug 3, 2026, 11:14 PM

Critics Denounce Todd Blanche Deal to Halt Trump Slush Fund as 'Completely Hollow'

Democrats and experts say the agreement clearing the way for Blanche’s confirmation as attorney general makes promises that Donald Trump can easily reverse.

Guardian US | Aug 3, 2026, 9:07 PM

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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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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Sen. John Cornyn Reaches Deal to End $1.8 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund, Clearing Path for Todd Blanche Nomination

The agreement between Sen. Cornyn and the Justice Department ends a major fund targeting President Trump’s allies, enabling a key vote on the attorney general nominee.

The Hill | Aug 3, 2026, 10:47 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

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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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Rescinds $1.8 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund Ahead of Senate Vote

Todd Blanche took a key step toward Senate confirmation by formally rescinding a controversial fund tied to President Trump's IRS settlement after bipartisan objections.

Fox News Latest | Aug 3, 2026, 4:09 AM

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DOJ Drops Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Case Amid Dispute Over Cause of Damage

Senator John Kennedy questions President Trump's claims of vandalism at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool as the Justice Department attributes damage to weather and faulty installation.

The Hill | Aug 2, 2026, 5:47 PM

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Senator John Kennedy Expresses Doubt Over Todd Blanche’s Confirmation Amid Anti-Weaponization Fund Dispute

Senator John Kennedy voices skepticism about the Senate confirming acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, citing ongoing GOP opposition tied to a controversial DOJ fund linked to President Trump.

The Hill | Aug 2, 2026, 4:05 PM

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Trump Threatens to Revive Anti-Weaponization Fund if Todd Blanche Is Not Confirmed Attorney General

Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn have delayed the confirmation vote for Todd Blanche, prompting former President Trump to warn he will push for a controversial $1.8 billion fund if Blanche is not approved.

CBS Politics | Aug 1, 2026, 12:47 PM

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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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Senate Probes Verizon Over Handling of Jack Smith’s Arctic Frost Subpoenas

Senators demand answers from Verizon on undisclosed subpoenas tied to phone records in the Arctic Frost investigation led by former Special Counsel Jack Smith.

Fox News Latest | Jul 31, 2026, 8:10 PM

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Trump Defends $1.8 Billion IRS Fund Amid Attorney General Nomination Standoff, Criticizes Senator Cornyn

President Donald Trump acknowledges the $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' is dead but expresses regret and defends it as he supports Todd Blanche’s stalled attorney general nomination.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 31, 2026, 2:21 PM