Senate Judiciary panel advances Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination
The Senate Judiciary Committee voted 12–10 to advance Todd Blanche’s nomination, as senators questioned assurances tied to a proposed $1.8 billion compensation fund.
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Senate Panel Advances Todd Blanche Nomination as Questions Persist Over Rescinded $1.8 Billion Fund
A Senate panel advanced Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general after he rescinded a proposed $1.8 billion fund for President Donald Trump’s political allies. The development also included reporting that a federal contract with nearly 100 legal groups expired after more than six months of nonpayment.
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Senate panel advances Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination amid disputes over Trump administration fund
The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced Todd Blanche’s nomination on Aug. 4, sending it toward a possible full-Senate vote as lawmakers approached the August recess.
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Senate Judiciary sets Todd Blanche AG hearing for July 15–16
The Senate Judiciary Committee scheduled confirmation hearings for Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on July 15 and 16, while disputing DOJ oversight responses.