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President Trump's Attorney General Nominee Todd Blanche Faces Senate Confirmation Hurdles

President Trump's Attorney General Nominee Todd Blanche Faces Senate Confirmation Hurdles

President Trump has nominated Todd Blanche, his former personal defense attorney, to be the permanent Attorney General. Blanche, currently serving as acting Attorney General, has been involved in several controversial actions, including the administration's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization fund' and the release of the Epstein files. His nomination is expected to face significant challenges in the Senate Judiciary Committee, where some Republicans have expressed concerns about his independence and past actions. Senators Cory Booker and John Cornyn have voiced reservations, highlighting the potential for politically motivated prosecutions under Blanche's leadership.
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Trump issues pardon to former Republican congressman convicted of insider trading

Trump issues pardon to former Republican congressman convicted of insider trading

President Donald Trump has issued a pardon to Stephen Buyer, a former Republican congressman from Indiana who served nearly two years in prison for making illegal stock trades based on inside information after he left office
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DOJ Sends Prosecutor to Monitor LA Ballot Counting Amid President Trump's Fraud Allegations

DOJ Sends Prosecutor to Monitor LA Ballot Counting Amid President Trump's Fraud Allegations

The U.S. Department of Justice has dispatched an attorney to observe the ballot processing in Los Angeles following President Trump's claims of election fraud. The Los Angeles County elections office confirmed the presence of an Assistant U.S. Attorney at the Ballot Processing Center. This move comes after President Trump alleged that the U.S. Attorney's office was investigating the vote counting process. The county registrar-recorder emphasized that the ballot processing is open to public observation and that their staff is committed to ensuring every vote is accurately processed. The Justice Department has a history of monitoring elections to enforce federal voting laws, including those requiring language assistance and preventing poll worker intimidation. Despite the allegations, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office reported no complaints of criminal misconduct related to the vote-counting process.
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Senate OKs $70B immigration bill after rejecting efforts to permanently ban Trump's settlement fund

Senate OKs $70B immigration bill after rejecting efforts to permanently ban Trump's settlement fund

The Senate has passed legislation to fund President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement agencies, sending it to the House
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Senate rejects first effort to bar Trump from creating $1.8B settlement fund

Senate rejects first effort to bar Trump from creating $1.8B settlement fund

Senate Republicans have cleared a first hurdle as they try to pass legislation to fund President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement agencies
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Senate in overnight session as Republicans debate limits on $1.8B Trump settlement

Senate in overnight session as Republicans debate limits on $1.8B Trump settlement

Senate Republicans are working overnight as they try to pass legislation to fund President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement agencies
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Senate rejects first Dem effort to bar Trump from creating $1.8B settlement fund

Senate rejects first Dem effort to bar Trump from creating $1.8B settlement fund

Senate Republicans have cleared a first hurdle as they try to pass legislation to fund President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement agencies
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George Santos Denies Insider Trading Allegations Amid Federal Investigation

George Santos Denies Insider Trading Allegations Amid Federal Investigation

Former Republican Representative George Santos has denied allegations of insider trading following reports that a prediction market flagged his activities to federal authorities. The online platform Kalshi reported Santos to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for allegedly using nonpublic information to bet against his attendance at President Trump's February State of the Union address, despite publicly stating he would attend. Santos missed the event, citing a delayed flight. The Department of Justice (DOJ) is reportedly investigating, although a DOJ spokesperson stated there is no current investigation. Santos has called the allegations 'preposterous' and expressed willingness to cooperate with any inquiry.
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Nevada Republicans to decide on Trump-backed vs. experienced replacement for Rep. Mark Amodei

Nevada Republicans to decide on Trump-backed vs. experienced replacement for Rep. Mark Amodei

A Northern Nevada congressional seat that’s open for the first time in 15 years is testing Republican voters’ appetite for a candidate with a long political resume or a newcomer with President Donald Trump's backing
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Republicans work to pass funding for immigration enforcement agencies

Republicans work to pass funding for immigration enforcement agencies

Senate Republicans are working toward passage of legislation to fund President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement agencies
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Polymarket cuts ties with George Santos as regulators probe trades on rival prediction market

Polymarket cuts ties with George Santos as regulators probe trades on rival prediction market

Polymarket is ending its paid relationship with George Santos as federal regulators investigate him for possible insider trading
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Senate Engages in 'Vote-a-Rama' to Secure ICE Funding Amidst Political Tensions

Senate Engages in 'Vote-a-Rama' to Secure ICE Funding Amidst Political Tensions

The U.S. Senate is conducting a marathon voting session, known as a 'vote-a-rama,' to address funding for immigration agencies under the Department of Homeland Security. This session is part of the reconciliation process, allowing Republicans to bypass the usual 60-vote threshold and proceed with a simple majority. The session follows a series of delays related to President Trump's plans for the White House ballroom and a controversial Justice Department fund. The fund, intended to compensate individuals claiming federal government weaponization, has faced opposition, particularly after fatal shootings by federal agents in Minneapolis. Senate Republicans are determined to secure funding for immigration enforcement agencies, despite Democratic resistance and previous negotiation breakdowns.