Senators Tillis and Cornyn Oppose Blanche Nomination Without Assurances on Weaponization Fund
Thom Tillis criticizes President Trump’s handling of Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination, calling it ‘bad advice’ amid stalled confirmation.
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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.
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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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Republican Sen. John Cornyn demands formal written agreement to end the Justice Department's 'anti-weaponization fund' before supporting Blanche's confirmation.
CBS Politics | Jul 30, 2026, 8:47 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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As Todd Blanche nears confirmation as U.S. attorney general, survivors and legal experts express concern over potential setbacks in Epstein-related investigations.
Guardian US | Jul 27, 2026, 10:56 AMpolitics
Some Republicans express unease that President Trump’s upcoming primetime address may revisit the 2020 election, urging a focus on future contests instead.
The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 8:48 PMgeneral
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche undergoes intense Senate Judiciary Committee scrutiny amid unresolved questions over DOJ independence and a controversial anti-weaponization fund.
Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 10:58 AMpolitics
Senators, including Republican John Cornyn and Democrats, pressed Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche during his confirmation hearing, described by one lawmaker as more of a performance evaluation than a traditional job interview.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 9:13 PM
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As President Trump pushes to remove the Senate filibuster to pass the SAVE America Act, Democratic senators express willingness to consider eliminating the filibuster only for specific measures.
Fox News Latest | Aug 1, 2026, 9:08 AM
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Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell secured support from major college athletic conferences, advancing the bipartisan bill toward a Senate vote.
Fox News Latest | Aug 1, 2026, 3:04 AM
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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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Senate Democrats demand reforms and the removal of acting DNI Bill Pulte before considering reauthorization of the warrantless surveillance provision.
Daily Caller | Jul 31, 2026, 3:38 PM
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President Trump accuses Sen. Cornyn of blocking Todd Blanche’s attorney general confirmation due to disputes over an anti-weaponization fund and audit immunity, linking the fight to a contentious Texas Senate primary.
Fox News Latest | Jul 31, 2026, 2:14 PM
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President Trump lashes out at Sen. John Cornyn for withholding support of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination, linking it to his endorsement of Cornyn’s primary opponent and a controversial legal defense fund.
The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 12:47 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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Republican Ken Paxton trails Democrat James Talarico by 3 points as concerns over Paxton's character and GOP unity challenges shape the 2026 Texas Senate contest.
Fox News Latest | Jul 30, 2026, 10:27 PM
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Despite active White House involvement and support from college sports leaders, key legislative hurdles put the future of the Protect College Sports Act in doubt.
Fox News Latest | Jul 30, 2026, 10:17 PM
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The Senate voted 49-50 against a resolution aimed at curbing President Donald Trump’s authority to continue military actions in Iran amid escalating conflict and public skepticism.
Guardian US | Jul 30, 2026, 8:36 PM
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Despite growing GOP concerns over the war's expansion and rising energy prices, Senate Republicans narrowly defeated a resolution aimed at directing President Trump to withdraw U.S. troops from Iran-related conflicts.
The Hill | Jul 30, 2026, 6:00 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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Republican Senator John Cornyn is delaying the confirmation of Todd Blanche as attorney general, demanding written assurances from the Department of Justice regarding key issues.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 30, 2026, 3:17 PM
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President Trump downplays the possibility that Senator John Cornyn could block acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s Senate nomination, despite Cornyn’s expressed reservations.
The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 10:56 PM
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Republican Senator John Cornyn demands written assurances on a $1.8bn fund and tax immunity provisions before backing Blanche’s nomination.
Guardian US | Jul 29, 2026, 9:00 PM
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Interim Attorney General Todd Blanche, a former defense lawyer for Donald Trump, encounters doubts from within the Republican Party as the Senate Judiciary Committee prepares to vote on his confirmation.
Al Jazeera | Jul 29, 2026, 8:56 PMShowing 25-48 of 77 articles.