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.
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Todd Blanche is poised to become U.S. Attorney General despite controversy over his role in a disputed settlement and immunity order.
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The Department of Justice challenges Montgomery County's law restricting firearms within 100 yards of churches and other locations, citing Second Amendment rights.
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Todd Blanche rescinds $1.8 billion fund and clarifies IRS immunity granted to Donald Trump, highlighting controversy over the legitimacy of the settlement.
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A coalition of 25 US states has filed a lawsuit seeking to halt tariffs imposed on goods from 59 countries and the European Union, arguing the tariffs unlawfully replace import taxes struck down by the Supreme Court earlier this year.
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President Donald Trump announced ongoing negotiations aimed at a new peace deal with Iran, focusing on reopening the strategic Strait of Hormuz and addressing Tehran's nuclear activities.
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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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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.
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President Donald Trump reaffirms support for a $1.776 billion fund amid Senate opposition to his attorney general nominee Todd Blanche.
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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.
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United States Attorney Jeanine Pirro dismissed charges against David Hearn after documents revealed the reflecting pool damage resulted from flawed contractor installation.
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Former President Trump vows to keep Todd Blanche as acting attorney general and push for the Anti-Weaponization Bill after opposition from GOP Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis.
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The Department of Justice’s defense of the National Firearms Act has sparked mixed reactions among gun rights advocates, highlighting tensions over constitutional interpretations and enforcement responsibilities.
Daily Caller | Aug 1, 2026, 2:29 PM
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The Senate Judiciary Committee plans a new vote on President Trump's nominee, Todd Blanche, for attorney general on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.
Washington Times News | Aug 1, 2026, 2:21 PM
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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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ABC Top Stories | Jul 31, 2026, 11:29 PM
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Federal prosecutors move to dismiss charges after new evidence reveals Reflecting Pool damage was due to flawed installation, not vandalism.
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