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Ethics panel recommends House censure Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards for conduct with two aides
The House Ethics Committee has recommended the House censure Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards of North Carolina after finding that he engaged in persistent unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female aides
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Asheville Citizen-Times
House panel recommends censure for Chuck Edwards over staff conduct
House Ethics investigators found Edwards engaged in persistent inappropriate conduct toward two young female staffers
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Reuters
Republican senators say they will back Blanche confirmation after he rescinds 'weaponization' fund
By Dan Rosenzweig-Ziff Aug 3 (Reuters) - Two key Republican senators said on Monday they would support Todd Blanche's nomination for U.S. attorney general, paving the way for his confirmation after reaching a deal that would rescind an "anti-weaponization" package widely criticized as a slush fund
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Reuters
GOP senators say they will back Blanche confirmation after he rescinds 'weaponization' fund
By Dan Rosenzweig-Ziff Aug 2 (Reuters) - Two key Republican senators said on Monday they would support Todd Blanche's nomination for U.S. attorney general, paving the way for his confirmation after reaching a deal that would rescind a controversial "anti-weaponization" package that was widely
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Detroit Free Press
Should Michigan put piece of fudge on state flag? What survey suggests
A Custom Made Casino poll showed Mackinac Island fudge, a pothole and an orange construction barrel might be top picks for state flag.
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President Trump Threatens to Keep Todd Blanche as Acting Attorney General Amid Senate Confirmation Standoff
President Donald Trump has announced his intention to retain Todd Blanche as acting attorney general if the Senate fails to confirm him for the permanent position. This decision comes amid a standoff with Republican Senators John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis of North Carolina, whom Trump accuses of blocking Blanche's confirmation due to political disagreements. Trump claims that both senators are retaliating because he did not endorse their political campaigns, with Cornyn having 'lost' and Tillis having 'quit.' Trump has expressed his support for Blanche, describing him as a 'voice of reason' and a respected professional. Additionally, Trump is advocating for the passage of the 'Anti-Weaponization Bill,' which he argues is necessary to counteract what he perceives as the political misuse of the justice system under the Biden administration.
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Blanche rescinds fund for Trump supporters after GOP senators threaten to block his AG bid
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has issued a formal order terminating President Donald Trump’s $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization fund” to compensate his political allies
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USA Today
Todd Blanche's AG bid gets major boost as GOP senators end holdout
Todd Blanche's bid to become permanent attorney general got a major boost as Sens. John Cornyn and Thom Tillis said they struck a deal with the DOJ.
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The Latest: Blanche rescinds fund for Trump allies after senators threaten to block his AG bid
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has put it in writing, issuing a formal order terminating President Donald Trump’s $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization fund” to compensate his political allies
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USA Today
2026 Little League Softball World Series: TV, time, stream, how to watch games today
Follow the Little League Softball World Series on Aug. 2, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.
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Reuters
US Senator Moreno says Ohio's Miller should not serve in Congress, citing abuse allegations
By Mike Spector NEW YORK, Aug 2 (Reuters) - U.S. Representative Max Miller of Ohio "is a danger" to his ex-wife and should not serve in Congress, U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno, a fellow Ohio Republican, said on Sunday while addressing abuse allegations lodged against his former son-in-law.
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Trump says anti-weaponization fund in IRS settlement is 'dead' even as he defends it
President Donald Trump says his $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund is “dead” while also continuing to defend it
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