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July 15, 2026
Trump's Attorney General Nominee Faces Intense Scrutiny in Hearing
- Trump's nominee for Attorney General was rigorously questioned by Senate members.
- Key issues included the nominee's stance on immigration and law enforcement policies.
- The hearing reflects ongoing partisan divisions over Trump's judicial appointments.
5 Sources
- NYC Bar Association opposes Blanche nomination: 'Unfit'Jul 15, 2026 at 4:53 PM · The Hill
- Todd Blanche tried to ease concerns over a settlement between President Trump and the IRS that troubles key GOP senators whose support he needs to be confirmed as attorney generalJul 15, 2026 at 5:03 PM · WSJ
- Senator Presses for Scrutiny of Blanche’s Role in Spiking Clemency InquiryJul 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM · NYT
- The Hardest Question for Trump Nominees on Capitol HillJul 15, 2026 at 9:18 PM · WSJ
- Trump’s pick for Attorney General grilled in hearingJul 15, 2026 at 10:49 PM · NBC