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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche resolved disputes with Republican senators over DOJ policies, enabling progress toward his confirmation.
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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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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
politics
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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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
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Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis demand written proposals to modify the Trump IRS settlement, delaying the confirmation vote for Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
Fox News Latest | Jul 30, 2026, 12:41 AM
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The Senate intelligence committee voted 9-8 to advance Jay Clayton’s nomination as Director of National Intelligence, setting the stage for a full Senate confirmation vote amid partisan criticism.
Guardian US | Jul 21, 2026, 9:03 PM
politics
Former Justice Department officials from both parties criticize Blanche’s leadership and political ties, calling for Senate rejection ahead of confirmation vote.
The Hill | Jul 8, 2026, 5:17 PM
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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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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s recent memo cancels a controversial fund but preserves a sweeping immunity order protecting former President Trump and his family from federal investigations.
The Hill | Aug 3, 2026, 2:24 PM
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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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Jay Clayton, nominated by President Donald Trump, is expected to be confirmed as the US director of national intelligence following a contentious hearing, filling the vacancy left by Tulsi Gabbard.
Guardian US | Jul 27, 2026, 12:01 PM
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The Senate Intelligence Committee narrowly approved President Donald Trump’s nominee for Director of National Intelligence, potentially reopening the path to reauthorize Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 8:02 PM
politics
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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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
politics
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
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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.
Fox News Latest | Aug 1, 2026, 4:30 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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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
politics
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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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
politics
President Trump continues to support a controversial $1.8 billion compensation fund for MAGA allies despite bipartisan opposition and assurances from Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche that the fund will not proceed.
Reason | Jul 31, 2026, 12:40 PM
politics
Despite Senate confirmation of Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence, the White House has delayed his swearing-in, keeping Bill Pulte in the acting position and drawing criticism from lawmakers.
The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 11:11 AM
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Senators Elizabeth Warren and Chris Van Hollen accuse Republican-controlled Congress of surrendering war powers to President Trump amid ongoing Iran conflict and intra-party disputes.
Guardian US | Jul 31, 2026, 9:29 AM