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August 3, 2026
Todd Blanche's Nomination Advances After Concerns Over 'Anti-Weaponization' Fund Resolved
- Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general is expected to advance after Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis expressed concerns about the 'anti-weaponization' fund.
- Blanche's recent deal to amend a controversial IRS settlement has satisfied the concerns of Cornyn and Tillis, improving his chances for confirmation.
- The Senate Judiciary Committee is expected to vote on Blanche's nomination soon, with Republicans holding a majority in the full Senate.
4 Sources
- Senate races through high-profile agendaAug 3, 2026 at 4:32 PM · The Hill
- Todd Blanche moves closer to Senate confirmationAug 3, 2026 at 10:17 PM · ABC News
- Some GOP senators are still grappling with the Todd Blanche nominationAug 4, 2026 at 12:27 AM · Politico
- Senate Republicans to advance Todd Blanche nomination after ‘anti-weaponization’ fund holdupAug 4, 2026 at 9:00 AM · NBC