Democrats Boycott Senate Hearing on Fraud, Leaving Dais Empty
All Democrats on the Senate Homeland Security Committee skipped the main questioning at a hearing focused on exposing fraud in America, drawing GOP criticism.
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All Democrats on the Senate Homeland Security Committee skipped the main questioning at a hearing focused on exposing fraud in America, drawing GOP criticism.
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During his confirmation hearing on July 15, 2026, Todd Blanche appeared to confuse his current and past roles while responding to a question about his relationship with former President Trump.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 8:36 PMworld
Jay Clayton, nominated for director of national intelligence, emphasized his potential contribution to US economic policy with China during a Senate confirmation hearing that underscored Beijing as a key geopolitical challenge.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 8:25 PMpolitics
During a tense July 15, 2026 confirmation hearing, Sen. Jon Ossoff questioned Jay Clayton, President Trump’s nominee for director of national intelligence, about the administration’s emphasis on debunked 2020 election fraud claims.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 8:02 PMworld
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 PMworld
Interim Attorney General Todd Blanche faces intense scrutiny over his allegiance to former President Donald Trump and the independence of the Department of Justice.
Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 5:44 PMpolitics
At a Senate Banking Committee hearing, Warren pressed Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh regarding his handling of an investigation into a top Fed official’s private dinner with Wall Street bankers.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 4:39 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
Former President Donald Trump backs MyPillow founder Mike Lindell’s bid for Minnesota governor, highlighting Lindell’s election integrity efforts despite trailing in polls.
Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 3:44 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 PMus
Kathryn Ruemmler, ex-White House counsel under Barack Obama, will appear before the House Oversight Committee regarding her connections to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 2:16 PMworld
Top scorers in Hong Kong’s Diploma of Secondary Education exams overcame adversity, with many aiming to give back through medicine, law, and public service.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 1:26 PMgeneral
President Donald Trump supports Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s use of traffic stops despite recent fatal shootings and a new policy to halt such stops.
Washington Times News | Jul 15, 2026, 12:43 PMus
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 AMworld
On July 15, 2026, Lindsey Graham’s sister was officially sworn in as the new US Senator, taking over the seat previously held by Graham.
Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 8:10 AMworld
Hundreds queued overnight at the Hong Kong Book Fair, but disorganized crowd control drew criticism, leaving some fans frustrated.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 8:02 AMpolitics
Sen. Dick Durbin relayed that acting Attorney General Todd Blanche described the Trump-era fund as a misstep during a meeting ahead of Blanche’s Justice Department nomination hearing.
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