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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.
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Interim Attorney General Todd Blanche, a former defense lawyer for Donald Trump, encounters doubts from within the Republican Party as the Senate Judiciary Committee prepares to vote on his confirmation.
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politics
Senators, including Republican John Cornyn and Democrats, pressed Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche during his confirmation hearing, described by one lawmaker as more of a performance evaluation than a traditional job interview.
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US Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche was questioned by lawmakers about a controversial $1.8 billion fund linked to a tax immunity deal for former President Trump.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 7:38 PM
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As Todd Blanche nears confirmation as U.S. attorney general, survivors and legal experts express concern over potential setbacks in Epstein-related investigations.
Guardian US | Jul 27, 2026, 10:56 AM
investigations
State Rep. James Talarico alleges Attorney General Ken Paxton voted illegally in six elections from an address where he no longer resides, intensifying scrutiny during the Senate race.
ProPublica | Jul 26, 2026, 8:39 AM
general
Former House Freedom Caucus chair Andy Biggs secured the Arizona GOP gubernatorial nomination with strong support from former President Donald Trump, positioning him to challenge Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs in the 2026 general election.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 5:19 AM
general
Arizona’s primaries showcased President Donald Trump’s strong influence over GOP candidates, setting the stage for critical governor and House races in the November elections.
Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 4:26 AM
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President Donald Trump’s endorsement power is under scrutiny as Arizona holds GOP primaries that could shape control of the House majority and the governor’s office.
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politics
Several key Trump administration nominees underwent confirmation hearings, revealing divisions among outgoing Republican senators over their support.
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The Collin County Democratic Party has filed a complaint seeking an inquiry into Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's voting practices after reports indicated he voted from an address where he no longer resides.
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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche undergoes intense Senate Judiciary Committee scrutiny amid unresolved questions over DOJ independence and a controversial anti-weaponization fund.
Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 10:58 AM
politics
Senate Majority Leader John Thune cautions that advancing a budget resolution faces hurdles despite former President Trump's renewed demands for Senate action on funding the Iran war and raising the debt limit.
The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 4:38 PM
politics
Senate Majority Leader John Thune cautions that the Senate currently lacks enough Republican support to move forward on a budget resolution aimed at funding the Iran war and raising the debt limit, following renewed demands from former President Trump.
The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 4:21 PM
politics
The Energy Department has signed agreements with Utah, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Idaho to investigate potential nuclear waste storage sites amid ongoing disposal challenges.
The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 1:28 AM
politics
Clayton's confirmation may help resolve the impasse over renewing a key surveillance authority that expired in June.
CBS Politics | Jul 29, 2026, 12:53 AM
world
Former US President Donald Trump honored Senator Lindsey Graham as a formidable and influential figure during a funeral attended by global leaders including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
ABC Australia News | Jul 28, 2026, 10:23 PM
world
Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent US politician and military veteran, was honoured in memorial services at the US Capitol and Washington National Cathedral, attended by lawmakers and global leaders.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 28, 2026, 7:53 PM
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Political leaders gathered in Washington to pay tribute to the late Senator Lindsey Graham, highlighting his hawkish foreign policy and influential role in US politics.
Guardian US | Jul 28, 2026, 6:53 PM
general
Democratic Senator John Fetterman reverses his stance to back the filibuster, while former President Donald Trump calls on Senate Republicans to abolish it to advance their legislative agenda.
Fox News Latest | Jul 28, 2026, 3:04 PM
politics
Funeral services for Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham begin in Washington before continuing in his native South Carolina, with tributes from political leaders and a military honor.
NBC Politics | Jul 27, 2026, 7:22 PM
politics
The Senate Leadership Fund targets Jackson with a major ad campaign following his last-minute nomination after Graham Platner's withdrawal.
Daily Caller | Jul 27, 2026, 2:01 AM![U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry sits with CBS News State Department Correspondent Margaret Brennan in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, on March 14, 2015, following an interview focused on his upcoming negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program, as well as other foreign policy topics. [State Department Photo/Public Domain]](/assets/images/2026-07-27T01-11-45-294Z-senator-john-kennedy-discusses-saudi-nuclear-deal-and-u-s-war-policy-on-face-the-wikimedia-480.webp)
politics
Louisiana Republican Senator John Kennedy addressed concerns about the Saudi civil nuclear deal and U.S. military involvement in the Middle East during a July 26, 2026 interview.
CBS Politics | Jul 27, 2026, 1:11 AM
politics
Mike Waltz highlights ongoing diplomatic talks and military readiness amid a temporary halt in U.S. strikes on Iran.
CBS Politics | Jul 26, 2026, 9:38 PM