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June 4, 2026

Todd Blanche's Nomination for Attorney General Complicated by Controversial Remarks

  • In a recent interview, Todd Blanche stated he is developing 'roadblocks' to protect President Trump from potential prosecutions after 2029, raising new concerns about his nomination.
  • Sen. Thom Tillis indicated that Blanche's chances improve if the controversial 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' is removed from consideration, but he remains undecided about his support.
  • Sen. John Cornyn and other Judiciary Committee members express concerns about Blanche's past comments regarding the January 6 Capitol riot, complicating his nomination process.

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