Todd Blanche Poised to Become US Attorney General After GOP Senators Lift Opposition
Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis withdraw objections following Justice Department’s move to scrap controversial compensation fund.
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Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis withdraw objections following Justice Department’s move to scrap controversial compensation fund.
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Ali Khan, a 62-year-old school bus aide in Pennsylvania, faces multiple charges after allegedly inappropriately touching a 14-year-old special needs student and recording the incidents.
Fox News Latest | Aug 4, 2026, 5:36 AM
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Aaron Farinacci, 37, faces first-degree arson charges for allegedly starting the Old Trails Fire, the largest of three wildfires in Spokane, Washington, which has forced tens of thousands to evacuate.
Guardian US | Aug 4, 2026, 5:22 AM
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Jeffery Kendall was convicted of first-degree murder and child endangerment for fatally shooting Brittany Ligdis during a 911 call in Pinole, California.
Fox News Latest | Aug 4, 2026, 2:00 AM
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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
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Former Senator Joe Manchin firmly dismissed the idea of backing socialist candidates, criticizing their platforms as extreme, even as democratic socialists gain ground in recent primaries nationwide.
The Hill | Aug 3, 2026, 11:00 PM
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ICE set a new monthly arrest record in July 2026 with roughly 51,000 immigration arrests, fueled by increased funding and personnel under the Trump administration.
Fox News Latest | Aug 3, 2026, 9:06 PM
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Brandon Klayme was mistakenly convicted after authorities confused his Kik username with that of a sex crimes suspect, a decision later condemned by the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal.
Reason | Aug 3, 2026, 5:51 PM
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Salamanca City Central School District halts the planned fall 2026 rollout of a humanoid AI teaching assistant amid ongoing student data privacy discussions.
Fox News Latest | Aug 3, 2026, 5:26 PM
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Florida Highway Patrol released dashcam footage showing a high-speed pursuit following a street takeover that blocked Interstate 75 in Hillsborough County.
Fox News Latest | Aug 3, 2026, 3:01 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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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche withdrew the nearly $1.8 billion fund and clarified IRS audit protections for Donald Trump following opposition from Republican senators.
ABC Top Stories | Aug 3, 2026, 5:52 AM
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The coordinated action aims to halt the yen's slide to a 40-year low, with both countries signaling readiness for future interventions.
BBC World | Aug 3, 2026, 1:44 AM
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The longtime Ohio congresswoman is alert and receiving treatment for non-life-threatening injuries following the incident.
NBC Politics | Aug 2, 2026, 11:44 PM
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Ohio Democrat Marcy Kaptur is being treated for non-life-threatening injuries following a two-vehicle hit-and-run collision on Sunday morning.
Guardian US | Aug 2, 2026, 8:33 PM
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The Ohio congresswoman was a passenger in a vehicle struck by another car in a hit-and-run incident while heading to church.
The Hill | Aug 2, 2026, 8:10 PM
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While most Republicans continue to support Trump’s immigration policies, half of Americans say he has exceeded limits on deportations and enforcement tactics.
Al Jazeera | Aug 2, 2026, 8:08 PM
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Drone footage shows a sheepdog herding goats away from an emergency helicopter landing zone, aiding first responders during a Laguna Beach emergency.
Fox News Latest | Aug 2, 2026, 7:27 PM
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A July 2026 Department of Homeland Security rule shortens I-visa durations for foreign journalists to eight months, sparking fears of government control and retaliation against the press.
The Hill | Aug 2, 2026, 5:48 PM
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Rep. Max Miller denies abuse claims by his ex-wife and vows to continue his reelection campaign despite calls for resignation from family and political figures.
The Hill | Aug 2, 2026, 5:13 PM
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Senator John Kennedy voices skepticism about the Senate confirming acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, citing ongoing GOP opposition tied to a controversial DOJ fund linked to President Trump.
The Hill | Aug 2, 2026, 4:05 PM
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Six of eight accused individuals have been apprehended after removing electronic monitoring devices, diverting significant police resources over the weekend.
ABC Australia News | Aug 2, 2026, 1:07 PM
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Vietnamese police arrested 65 individuals, including four Singaporeans, for allegedly operating a network injecting narcotic-laced e-liquid into e-cigarette pods and distributing them.
CNA Latest News | Aug 2, 2026, 1:07 PM
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After imposing broad immigration restrictions earlier this year, the Trump administration quietly exempted foreign physicians from its visa freeze, acknowledging the critical need for medical professionals in the U.S.
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