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Anti-abortion organizations sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche urging him to review the Department of Justice’s authority to use the Comstock Act, an anti-obscenity law from 1873, to prevent mailing abortion pills. Advancing American Freedom co-signed the appeal, which argued that the nearly 150-year-old law was a “dead letter.” The groups thanked Blanche for pledging to evaluate the legal opinion issued by the Department of Justice in 2022.

Senate Republicans confirmed Todd Blanche as the 88th Attorney General of the United States, marking a major victory for President Donald Trump and the rule of law. Despite full Democrat opposition, the confirmation process faced hurdles, which were overcome largely by Sen. Chuck Grassley, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee. His efforts ensured that the nomination proceeded successfully.

Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche, whose nomination advanced in the Senate, told faith leaders he would restrict mail-order access to abortion medication. He emphasized collaboration with federal agencies to enforce policies aligning with the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision. The discussion follows ongoing efforts to limit mifepristone access and debates over the Comstock Act’s potential enforcement.

U.S. acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination advanced by a Senate Judiciary Committee on a party-line vote after he promised the Trump 'anti-weaponization' fund is rescinded. Two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, who previously withheld support, voted to move Blanche's nomination forward following assurances about the fund's status and tax immunity limitations.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche moved closer to a permanent appointment after the Senate Judiciary Committee approved his nomination. A man from El Salvador died in ICE custody, prompting demands for answers from civil rights groups. Iran and Oman are nearing a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

U.S. acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general was advanced by the Senate Judiciary Committee on a party-line vote after two Republicans secured assurances the 'anti-weaponization' fund is rescinded. Sens. John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, who previously withheld support, voted to advance Blanche following a signed statement from him confirming the fund's cancellation.

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 is one vote away from confirmation as attorney general after securing support from Sen. John Curtis. The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced his nomination, with GOP senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis backing him after he agreed to modify terms of an IRS settlement. Three undecided Republican senators remain: Bill Cassidy, Susan Collins, and Lisa Murkowski.

The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee advanced Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general on a party-line vote after two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, supported it following Blanche’s promise that President Donald Trump’s $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund is rescinded. The 12-10 vote required an agreement with Justice Department officials on an interpretive guidance document reaffirming Blanche’s testimony that tax audit immunity for Trump and his organization is limited to a dropped lawsuit.

The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination. Dr. Anthony Fauci is facing a contempt vote following a hearing on Capitol Hill.

Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general cleared a Senate Judiciary Committee hurdle after rescinding a $1.8 billion fund for Trump allies but retaining audit immunity protections for Trump and his organization. Attacks in the Gulf region continued, including a cargo ship hit near Hormuz and a Houthi drone strike in Saudi Arabia.

Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general advanced after Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis secured commitments to halt a $1.8 billion fund for Trump allies and clarify tax audit immunity terms. The Senate Judiciary Committee voted 12-10 to support the nomination, with the full Senate expected to vote soon.

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.

Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche cleared the Senate Judiciary Committee, advancing to a full Senate vote for confirmation. He will require 50 votes on the Senate floor to be confirmed.

The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general on a party-line vote, delivering a major victory for the Trump administration despite bipartisan scrutiny of his leadership of the Justice Department.

Todd Blanche advanced his nomination to be attorney general after the Senate Judiciary Committee voted along party lines. Republican senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn initially opposed the nomination due to concerns about a proposed settlement and IRS audit proposal but later supported Blanche after assurances. No Democrats voted to advance the nomination.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche submitted a written assurance rescinding the administration’s $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, securing support from Senate Judiciary Committee members John Cornyn and Thom Tillis. The move addressed concerns about the fund potentially funding pardoned Jan. 6 defendants and an IRS settlement provision, enabling Blanche’s nomination to advance.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche will face a Senate Judiciary Committee vote to advance his nomination for the permanent job. A previous vote was canceled as GOP Sens. John Cornyn and Thom Tillis stated they could not support Blanche.

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.

A Senate committee is expected to advance Todd Blanche's nomination as Attorney General after reaching a deal with Republican senators who had opposed his confirmation over concerns about a Trump-era IRS lawsuit settlement. The agreement clarified that a $1.8 billion fund for Trump allies would not proceed and limited tax audit immunity to specific parties involved in the lawsuit.

GOP senators cleared Todd Blanche’s path to become Acting Attorney General after scrapping an 'anti-weaponization' fund. Blanche appeared at his confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill.

Jack Smith has been invited to testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee on September 22, as announced by Sen. Chuck Grassley. Grassley, the chair of the committee, confirmed the invitation on the social platform X.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is expected to advance toward Senate confirmation after the Justice Department terminated a controversial $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization fund.' Republican Sens. John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, who had blocked Blanche’s nomination, announced satisfaction with the fund’s formal rescission and plan to support moving the nomination forward.

President Trump’s nominee for attorney general, Todd Blanche, is advancing toward Senate confirmation after the Justice Department terminated a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization fund' that had stalled his nomination. Republican Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, who previously blocked Blanche’s nomination, announced they are satisfied with the fund’s termination and plan to support moving his nomination forward. The Senate Judiciary Committee is scheduled to vote on Blanche’s nomination on Tuesday.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche secured key Republican support for his nomination to lead the Department of Justice after submitting a written assurance that the administration's 'anti-weaponization' fund is rescinded. Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, who had withheld support, endorsed the move following the announcement, which also addressed Cornyn's concerns about an IRS settlement agreement.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche submitted a written assurance that the Department of Justice's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund is rescinded, securing support from Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis for his nomination. A memo addressing Cornyn's concerns about an IRS settlement was also released, clarifying the agreement's retroactive scope.

Jack Smith, who brought criminal charges against Donald Trump, has been invited to testify Sept. 22 before the Senate Judiciary Committee. The invitation follows months of scrutiny into Smith's investigations, including obtaining text messages from 44 members of Congress and subpoenas for private communications. The committee aims to address Smith's actions during his tenure as special counsel.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche submitted a written assurance rescinding the Department of Justice’s $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, securing support from Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis for his nomination. The deal addressed Cornyn’s concerns about an IRS settlement limiting future tax audits for President Donald Trump and his family.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche submitted a written assurance rescinding the administration’s $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, securing support from Senate Judiciary Committee members John Cornyn and Thom Tillis. The move addressed concerns about the fund’s use for pardoned Jan. 6 defendants and clarified limitations on an IRS settlement agreement.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche submitted a written assurance rescinding the Department of Justice's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, securing support from Senate Judiciary Committee members John Cornyn and Thom Tillis. The move followed a joint statement from Cornyn and Tillis confirming satisfaction with the fund's termination and adjustments to an IRS settlement agreement.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche submitted a written assurance that the administration’s $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund is rescinded, securing support from Senate Judiciary Committee Republicans John Cornyn and Thom Tillis for his nomination. The memo addressed concerns about the fund's potential use for pardoned Jan. 6 defendants and clarified limitations on an IRS settlement agreement involving Donald Trump.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination to lead the Department of Justice gained support from Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis after he rescinded the 'anti-weaponization' fund, which had been linked to a settlement with President Donald Trump dropping a lawsuit against the IRS. The rescission and related assurances secured the senators' backing ahead of a key Senate Judiciary Committee vote.

Two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, will support Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general after he rescinded a $1.8 billion fund to compensate individuals who claim unfair prosecution by the Justice Department. The deal resolves a Senate Judiciary Committee impasse, with the DOJ stating the fund is 'officially rescinded' and will not proceed.

Two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, will support Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general after he rescinded the $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' to compensate individuals allegedly unfairly prosecuted. The fund, which faced bipartisan opposition over potential payments to Jan. 6 rioters, was formally canceled, and the Justice Department clarified that tax audit immunity for President Donald Trump applies retroactively only.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinded the order establishing President Trump's $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund to resolve a Republican blockade of his confirmation. The fund originated from a May settlement involving Trump's lawsuit against the IRS over tax records, which included an apology and protections for Trump and his family. The settlement's terms remain unresolved, requiring a written agreement for changes, and Trump has threatened to revive the fund if confirmed.

Todd Blanche rescinds Donald Trump's $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund, addressing concerns from Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis who opposed his attorney general nomination. The fund, created through an IRS settlement, would have provided taxpayer money to claimants alleging federal government weaponization, including January 6 riot participants. A revised order limits the settlement's scope to past tax investigations and terminates the fund permanently.

Sen. John Cornyn reached a deal with the Justice Department to end a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund for President Trump’s allies, allowing Cornyn to support Todd Blanche’s nomination as attorney general. The Senate Judiciary Committee is set to vote on Blanche’s nomination.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinded a $1.8 billion fund intended to compensate President Donald Trump’s political allies after GOP senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis threatened to block his nomination as attorney general. The Justice Department confirmed the fund, which faced bipartisan criticism over potential payments to Jan. 6 Capitol rioters, is now officially terminated with no claims processed.