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Senate Judiciary Committee Approves Todd Blanche's Nomination Amid Controversy

Senate Judiciary Committee Approves Todd Blanche's Nomination Amid Controversy

The Senate Judiciary Committee has approved Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general, moving it to the full Senate for a vote. The decision came after Blanche rescinded the 'anti-weaponization' fund, which was intended to compensate Trump allies, including January 6 rioters. The nomination has sparked debate, with Democrats expressing concerns about Blanche's ties to President Trump and the potential revival of the fund. The full Senate vote could occur soon, determining Blanche's permanent appointment.
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Blanche's path to confirmation narrows as key US Republican says she will vote no

Blanche's path to confirmation narrows as key US Republican says she will vote no

By David Morgan and Dan Rosenzweig-Ziff WASHINGTON, Aug 5 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general, Todd Blanche, faced renewed uncertainty over his U.S.
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Blanche set to clear nomination hurdle after deal wins senators' vote

Blanche set to clear nomination hurdle after deal wins senators' vote

By Dan Rosenzweig-Ziff WASHINGTON, Aug 4 (Reuters) - Todd Blanche is expected to clear a hurdle on Tuesday on his path to nomination for U.S. attorney general, but questions persist about a deal he said would end President Donald Trump's "anti-weaponization" fund and narrow an agreement giving Trump
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Todd Blanche Ends DOJ's Anti-Weaponization Fund Amid Political Pressure

Todd Blanche Ends DOJ's Anti-Weaponization Fund Amid Political Pressure

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has officially ended the Department of Justice's anti-weaponization fund, which was intended to compensate individuals allegedly targeted by government investigations. The fund, seen by critics as a means to reward President Trump's allies, faced significant opposition from Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis. Blanche's order to rescind the fund follows threats from Trump to revive it if Blanche's nomination as Attorney General was not confirmed. The fund's termination addresses concerns about its potential misuse and the scope of audit protections for Trump and his associates.
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GOP holdouts say they will back Blanche's attorney general nomination after striking deal over fund

GOP holdouts say they will back Blanche's attorney general nomination after striking deal over fund

Two Republican senators who threatened to block acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s bid to lead the Justice Department say they will vote to advance his nomination, ending an impasse over plans to create a fund to compensate allies of President Donald Trump
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Blanche rescinds fund for Trump supporters after GOP senators threaten to block his AG bid

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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Acting US Attorney General Blanche rescinds 'anti-weaponization' fund before confirmation vote

Acting US Attorney General Blanche rescinds 'anti-weaponization' fund before confirmation vote

Aug 2 (Reuters) - Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinded an order establishing the "anti-weaponization" fund, paving the way for his confirmation ahead of a key Senate committee vote on Tuesday, after Republican senators stalled his nomination over concerns about the fund.
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Republican senators say they will back Blanche confirmation after he rescinds 'weaponization' fund

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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The Latest: Blanche rescinds fund for Trump allies after senators threaten to block his AG bid

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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Blanche drops $1.8B anti-weaponization fund before vote

Blanche drops $1.8B anti-weaponization fund before vote

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinded the anti-weaponization fund after it stalled his Senate nomination to attorney general.
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Senate panel expected to advance Blanche's attorney general nomination after deal with GOP holdouts

Senate panel expected to advance Blanche's attorney general nomination after deal with GOP holdouts

A Senate committee is expected to vote to advance acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination to lead the Justice Department
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Blanche rescinds fund for Trump allies after GOP senators threaten to block his attorney general bid

Blanche rescinds fund for Trump allies after GOP senators threaten to block his attorney general 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