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Trump loyalist Todd Blanche confirmed by Senate as US attorney general
The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general, a major victory for Donald Trump. This decision came despite criticism concerning an $1.8bn slush fund. Senator Bill Cassidy cast the deciding vote, while Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski voted against the nomination.
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