Senate Judiciary Committee Delays Vote on Todd Blanche's Nomination Amid Republican Opposition
Resistance from two Republican senators has put Todd Blanche's confirmation in doubt, delaying the expected committee vote.
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Resistance from two Republican senators has put Todd Blanche's confirmation in doubt, delaying the expected committee vote.
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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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Key Republicans demand full eradication of the $1.776 billion fund before approving Todd Blanche as attorney general nominee.
Washington Times News | Jul 26, 2026, 10:27 PMpolitics
President Trump’s recent primetime address reignited allegations of foreign interference in U.S. elections, focusing on China’s alleged acquisition of voter data, while Iran’s Supreme Leader accused the U.S. of violating ceasefire agreements.
The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 11:37 PMpolitics
The meeting aimed to address concerns from Jeffrey Epstein's accusers amid scrutiny of the Justice Department's handling of related investigations.
CBS Politics | Jul 17, 2026, 2:12 AMpolitics
Roger Rogoff was appointed by federal judges as U.S. attorney for the Western District of Washington but was dismissed by President Trump amid disputes over the appointment process.
CBS Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 2:41 PMpolitics
Following Vice President JD Vance's remarks on Epstein file communications, Virginia Roberts Giuffre's family shares their response to the acting attorney general's Capitol Hill hearing.
NBC Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 5:26 AMpolitics
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, formerly President Trump's personal lawyer, faced scrutiny from senators during his July 15 confirmation hearing amid concerns about his impartiality.
CBS Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 1:31 AMpolitics
House Democrats were divided in a vote on ending U.S. aid to Israel, highlighting intraparty disagreements over the Netanyahu government’s actions and the broader conflict in the Middle East.
NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 10:16 PMpolitics
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein were present at the July 15, 2026, confirmation hearing for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, who defended the Justice Department's handling of Epstein-related files and pledged to restore public trust.
NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 4:38 PMus
Donald Trump’s nominee Todd Blanche testifies amid scrutiny over career prosecutor purges, Epstein files, and controversial charges.
Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 3:40 PMpolitics
During a high-stakes confirmation hearing, Sen. Amy Klobuchar pressed Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on recent ICE-related shootings and information sharing with state authorities.
NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 3:31 PMgeneral
Todd Blanche appears before the Senate for confirmation amid Immigration and Customs Enforcement's decision to halt most traffic stops following recent deadly shootings.
NPR News | Jul 15, 2026, 2:46 PMpolitics
Todd Blanche, nominated by President Donald Trump to lead the Justice Department, undergoes a challenging confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill while encountering opposition from Jeffrey Epstein survivors.
NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 12:46 PMgeneral
Todd Blanche confronts his first major Senate confirmation challenge as multiple significant news stories unfold across the United States.
Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 11:32 AMus
Todd Blanche, former personal defense lawyer to Donald Trump, confronts a contentious Senate Judiciary Committee hearing as federal immigration enforcement faces scrutiny following multiple deaths.
Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 10:50 AMgeneral
Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing tests Republican unity amid the Senate Judiciary Committee’s efforts to fill the late Senator Lindsey Graham’s seat.
Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 10:27 AMpolitics
During his confirmation hearing, Todd Blanche defended the controversial IRS settlement involving a $1.8 billion fund, despite criticism from a federal judge and bipartisan concerns.
Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 10:18 AM
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A federal judge ruled that the lawsuit filed by Donald Trump and his allies against the IRS was for an improper purpose, nullifying a controversial settlement that shielded them from tax audits.
France 24 English | Jul 14, 2026, 5:44 AM
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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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Officials warn Tehran may attempt to rebuild nuclear capabilities, with Israel reportedly involved in planning significant bombing campaigns.
The Hill | Aug 1, 2026, 2:53 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
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The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing highlighted ongoing political tensions over the origins of COVID-19 and government pandemic response, revealing limited new information.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 10:55 PMShowing 49-72 of 286 articles.