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The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general in a narrow 50-49 vote, following concerns about installing Trump’s close ally atop the Justice Department. To secure his confirmation, Blanche publicly promised to abandon proposed compensation funds and rein in a settlement designed to shield Trump from IRS tax audits.

Todd Blanche was confirmed as attorney general by a narrow Senate vote of 50-49, giving President Donald Trump's former personal attorney command of the Justice Department. The confirmation followed significant opposition and required Blanche to publicly promise that the department would abandon proposals for compensation funds for Trump's allies and limit protection from IRS tax audits.

The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general in a narrow 50-49 vote, allowing Trump’s former personal attorney command of the Justice Department. The confirmation follows concerns about maintaining the department's independence and was secured after Blanche promised to abandon Trump’s proposed $1.8 billion compensation fund for allies. Opposition noted that Blanche's loyalty to Trump remained a central point of conflict.

The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general after two Republican senators changed their stance following his agreement to terminate a controversial fund. Democrats criticized Blanche for prioritizing loyalty to President Trump over the Justice Department's independence, while Republicans secured the committee vote.

The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced President Donald Trump’s attorney general nominee Todd Blanche along party lines after two Republican senators reversed their opposition. The reversal followed Blanche’s agreement to terminate a controversial $1.8 billion fund he negotiated as acting attorney general. Democrats criticized Blanche for prioritizing loyalty to Trump over Justice Department independence.

The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general after two Republican senators reversed their opposition following his agreement to terminate a controversial $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization fund'. The committee vote was along party lines, with Democrats criticizing Blanche for prioritizing loyalty to President Trump over the Justice Department's independence.

Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general advanced after reaching a deal with Republican senators opposing it over concerns about a $1.8 billion fund for Trump allies and tax audit immunity. The Senate Judiciary Committee voted 12-10 to send his nomination to the floor, with Blanche confirming the fund was not active and clarifying tax immunity terms.

A Senate committee is expected to advance Todd Blanche's nomination to lead the Justice Department after securing support from Republican senators who demanded clarifications about a Trump-era IRS lawsuit settlement. The deal addressed concerns over a $1.8 billion fund for Trump allies and tax audit immunity, with Blanche confirming no such fund exists and narrowing the scope of the immunity agreement.

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Two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, agreed to support Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination after a deal to rescind the $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' and clarify tax audit immunity terms. The agreement resolves an impasse that delayed Blanche's confirmation to lead the Justice Department.

President Donald Trump criticized Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn for opposing his nomination of Todd Blanche as Attorney General, vowing to retain Blanche as acting AG and prioritize passage of the Anti-Weaponization Bill. The bill aims to establish a congressional compensation program for victims of political persecution, replacing a DOJ fund created under Blanche's leadership but later abandoned due to lack of congressional approval.

President Donald Trump criticized Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn for opposing Todd Blanche's nomination as Attorney General, linking the issue to the stalled Anti-Weaponization Fund. Trump threatened to retain Blanche as acting AG and advance the Anti-Weaponization Bill, which would replace the fund with a congressionally authorized compensation program. Tillis and Cornyn indicated they would not support Blanche's confirmation until the fund's cancellation is formally documented.

Trump appeals an order dismissing his IRS lawsuit seeking $10 billion. The lawsuit alleges a tax information leak by an IRS contractor. His lawyer was referred to the bar as part of the case.

The Trump administration appealed a Florida federal judge's ruling that found the president colluded with the Justice Department in a $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service. The suit, cited by the Justice Department as the basis for a $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund, was highlighted in the ruling.

President Donald Trump said he may withdraw Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination until Sens. John Cornyn and Thom Tillis leave office, following Republican demands for written assurances about a lawsuit against the IRS. The U.S. and Iran exchanged missile fire, raising concerns of renewed conflict, while a Trump-branded commemorative passport program expanded nationally.

Senate Republicans John Cornyn and Thom Tillis are blocking Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general due to concerns over a controversial Trump-IRS settlement, prompting President Trump to threaten procedural actions. The Judiciary Committee postponed a vote on Blanche, who currently serves as acting attorney general, while Cornyn and Tillis insist they seek a resolution with the White House.

President Donald Trump said he may withdraw Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general to avoid concessions sought by Senate Republicans John Cornyn and Thom Tillis. Cornyn and Tillis have withheld support until written assurances are provided regarding a settlement involving Trump's lawsuit against the IRS. The Senate Judiciary Committee postponed a vote on Blanche's nomination.

The Senate Judiciary Committee postponed a vote on Todd Blanche’s nomination as Attorney General after Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis demanded written assurances from the Department of Justice regarding a tax settlement with President Donald Trump and his organization. The senators expressed dissatisfaction with Blanche’s handling of the 'anti-weaponization' fund and the tax immunity deal, which absolved Trump, his sons, and the Trump Organization from future tax enforcement in the matter.

A vote on Todd Blanche's nomination for Attorney General was postponed after Sen. John Cornyn and Sen. Thom Tillis demanded written assurances from the Department of Justice regarding a Trump-IRS settlement. The senators expressed dissatisfaction with Blanche’s handling of the settlement and an 'anti-weaponization' fund, leading to delays in the Senate Judiciary Committee's approval process.

The Senate Judiciary Committee delayed a vote on Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination after key Republican senators demanded more assurances about the settlement of President Donald Trump’s lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service. GOP senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis withheld support until the Justice Department addresses concerns about audit immunity protections for Trump and the scrapped 'Anti-Weaponization Fund.'

Todd Blanche's nomination as U.S. Attorney General faces uncertainty as Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis remain dissatisfied with his handling of a tax settlement with President Donald Trump and an 'anti-weaponization' fund. A scheduled meeting between Blanche and Cornyn was canceled due to unresolved concerns over documentation, delaying a Senate Judiciary Committee vote.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination to be U.S. Attorney General is stalled as Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis remain dissatisfied with his handling of a tax immunity deal for President Trump and his organization and the 'anti-weaponization' fund. A scheduled meeting between Blanche and Cornyn was canceled due to unresolved documentation concerns, and the Senate Judiciary Committee has postponed the nomination vote.

Todd Blanche's nomination to become U.S. Attorney General faces uncertainty as Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis remain dissatisfied with his handling of a tax immunity deal involving President Trump and an 'anti-weaponization' fund. A scheduled meeting between Blanche and Cornyn was canceled due to unresolved concerns over documentation, and the Senate Judiciary Committee postponed a vote on the nomination.

The Senate Judiciary Committee's vote on Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination is at risk of delay as GOP Sen. John Cornyn and fellow Republican Thom Tillis demand written assurances from the Justice Department regarding a settlement of President Donald Trump's lawsuit against the IRS. The settlement includes audit immunity for Trump and his family and a scrapped 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' plan, which Cornyn seeks clarification on.

A planned vote to advance Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general is at risk of delay as GOP Senator John Cornyn demands assurances from the Justice Department regarding the settlement of President Donald Trump's lawsuit against the IRS. Cornyn canceled a meeting with Blanche and has not received written assurances about audit immunity protections for Trump and his family, potentially delaying the Senate Judiciary Committee's Thursday vote.

Sen. John Cornyn refuses to support Todd Blanche's confirmation as attorney general unless a DOJ settlement involving President Donald Trump is modified. Cornyn demands formal changes to an IRS audit immunity agreement and an anti-weaponization fund, with a committee vote pending and time running out for Blanche to comply.

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Senate Democrats are requesting an IRS watchdog to investigate the departure of a high-ranking IRS attorney who had conflicts with President Donald Trump's White House after the attorney raised concerns about influence over taxpayer audits.

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Todd Blanche, US President Donald Trump's attorney general nominee, faced bipartisan questioning from a US Senate panel regarding the release of Epstein files and a settlement that granted Trump tax immunity. The settlement involved a $1.8 billion fund created by the Justice Department, which was later abandoned.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche faces a Senate confirmation hearing for his role leading the Justice Department, addressing concerns over his tenure, including aggressive investigations into Trump's adversaries and the IRS tax audit settlement. Democrats criticize his handling of issues like Jan. 6 pardons and Jeffrey Epstein victim engagements, while Blanche claims to be 'restoring trust' in the DOJ.

Attorney general nominee Todd Blanche admitted to Senator Dick Durbin that he 'made a mistake' supporting a $1.8 billion weaponization fund, which lawmakers feared could pay individuals involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. Blanche refused to issue a written order to permanently end the fund, instead deferring to Congress, despite calls for formal rescission from lawmakers.

A judge ruled that President Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS over leaked tax returns was filed for an improper purpose, leading to disciplinary action against one of his lawyers. The settlement granted Trump immunity from tax audits and established a $1.776 billion fund for allies, which was later abandoned.

A federal judge ruled President Donald Trump acted in bad faith by dropping a $10 billion IRS lawsuit and directing a $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund. The judge prohibited Trump, his sons, and the Trump Organization from citing the settlement in future proceedings and barred two of their attorneys from the Southern District of Florida for at least one year.

A federal judge ruled that President Donald Trump acted in bad faith by dropping a $10 billion IRS tax return lawsuit and directing a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, accusing him of using the presidency to manipulate courts. The judge prohibited Trump, his sons, and the Trump Organization from citing the settlement in future proceedings and barred their attorneys from applying to the Southern District of Florida for at least one year.

A judge ruled that President Donald Trump's lawsuit against the IRS over leaked tax returns was filed for an 'improper purpose' and referred one of his lawyers for potential disciplinary action. The lawsuit, which sought $10 billion, ended in a settlement granting Trump immunity from tax audits and creating a $1.776 billion fund for allies, but the judge criticized the use of the court to legitimize the agreement.

A US judge voided a $1.8 billion settlement between Donald Trump and the Internal Revenue Service over leaked tax returns, ruling the lawsuit was filed for an 'improper purpose.' The agreement had provided Trump, his family, and business with broad protections from tax audits following a $10 billion lawsuit.

A federal judge ruled that President Donald Trump acted in bad faith by dropping a $10 billion IRS tax return lawsuit and directing the creation of a $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund. The judge prohibited the Trumps and their organization from referencing the settlement and ordered reimbursement of court-appointed attorney fees.

Federal Judge Kathleen Williams ruled President Donald Trump and his associates acted in bad faith by dropping a $10 billion IRS lawsuit and creating a $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, which the judge accused them of using to manipulate judicial processes for personal and familial benefits. The court prohibited Trump, his sons, and the Trump Organization from citing the settlement in future proceedings and barred their attorneys from applying to the Southern District of Florida for at least one year.