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Todd Blanche, former lawyer to Donald Trump, clears Senate Judiciary Committee vote amid concerns over his ties to Trump and a controversial IRS settlement.
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politics
Republican opposition ends as the committee moves forward with the nomination, setting the stage for a full Senate vote.
NBC Politics | Aug 4, 2026, 5:47 PM
politics
The committee voted along party lines to move forward with President Trump's pick, despite opposition from Democrats and concerns over a controversial government fund.
CBS Politics | Aug 4, 2026, 3:54 PM
politics
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s confirmation bid cleared a key Senate hurdle following agreements on controversial DOJ funds and IRS audit language.
Daily Caller | Aug 4, 2026, 3:53 PM
general
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche cleared a key Senate Judiciary Committee vote after agreeing to rescind a major DOJ fund, but divisions remain among Senate Republicans about his confirmation.
Fox News Latest | Aug 4, 2026, 3:39 PM
politics
President Donald Trump deflects responsibility for rising fuel costs, attributing blame to oil companies amid ongoing economic effects from the Iran conflict.
Reason | Aug 4, 2026, 2:47 PM
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Vice President JD Vance will convene about 20 members of Congress to discuss legislative measures aimed at combating fraud in Medicare and Medicaid programs.
Fox News Latest | Aug 4, 2026, 2:15 PM
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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
politics
New polling from Texas Southern University shows a tight race for the Texas Senate seat, with Democrat James Talarico slightly ahead of Republican Ken Paxton amid ongoing controversies.
The Hill | Aug 4, 2026, 9:48 AM
politics
After a week-long delay due to GOP concerns over a controversial fund, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination is set for a Senate Judiciary Committee vote.
The Hill | Aug 4, 2026, 9:23 AM
politics
On August 3, 2026, President Trump stated he is giving Iran a final opportunity for diplomatic engagement, while Blanche moves closer to confirmation as U.S. attorney general.
CBS Politics | Aug 4, 2026, 5:23 AM
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Two Republican holdouts have agreed to support Todd Blanche following his decision to cancel potential payouts to Trump allies.
NBC Politics | Aug 4, 2026, 4:36 AM
general
A key expert acknowledged that Lindsay Clancy could plan and communicate while psychotic, challenging the prosecution's portrayal of her mental state during the deaths of her three children.
Fox News Latest | Aug 4, 2026, 4:22 AM
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Russia launched 381 missiles into Ukraine in July, setting new wartime records amid challenges in Ukraine's missile defense capabilities.
ABC Top Stories | Aug 4, 2026, 3:49 AM
world
A coalition of mostly Democratic-led states challenges the legality of tariffs imposed on 60 trading partners, citing overreach and lack of connection to forced labour claims.
BBC World | Aug 4, 2026, 2:13 AM
politics
The Department of Justice challenges Montgomery County's law restricting firearms within 100 yards of churches and other locations, citing Second Amendment rights.
Daily Caller | Aug 4, 2026, 1:36 AM
world
The lawsuit challenges the legality of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, following a Supreme Court ruling against previous levies.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 1:22 AM
politics
U.S. District Judge Mae D’Agostino issued a preliminary injunction against New York’s mask and identification requirements for federal immigration officers, while allowing the state’s ban on local cooperation with ICE to stand.
The Hill | Aug 4, 2026, 1:21 AM
politics
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
world
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
politics
A dispute between Attorney Jeanine Pirro and President Trump regarding the dismissal of charges in the Reflecting Pool case has raised questions about Pirro’s future and her longstanding relationship with the former president.
The Hill | Aug 3, 2026, 11:38 PM
politics
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
general
Bipartisan Senate vote advances short-term funding extension, delaying shutdown battle until after November midterms.
Fox News Latest | Aug 3, 2026, 11:00 PM
world
The lawsuit argues that President Trump lacks legal authority to impose tariffs on goods from 60 trading partners, including the European Union.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 3, 2026, 10:46 PM