anti-weaponization fund

Todd Blanche was confirmed by the U.S. Senate as attorney general, following President Donald Trump's agreement to drop a controversial $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund proposal. The confirmation followed an intense period of debate, highlighted by Senators Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins joining Democrats in opposing him. Blanche needed a simple majority and was confirmed 50-49.

The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general with a narrow vote of 50-49, following weeks of opposition regarding potential conflicts of interest and concerns over an Anti-Weaponization Fund established through Trump’s settlement with the IRS. Sen. Bill Cassidy's support was key to securing the confirmation, which occurred despite Murkowski announcing her intention to oppose the nomination.

Todd Blanche was confirmed by the Senate to serve as attorney general for Donald Trump, replacing Pam Bondi. His confirmation generated significant debate, with proponents citing his ability to run the Department of Justice effectively. However, opposition from lawmakers like Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins focused on concerns regarding a weaponized DOJ, anti-weaponization funds, and Blanche’s connection to certain files.

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advanced by a Senate Judiciary Committee on a party-line vote after he promised the Trump 'anti-weaponization' fund is rescinded.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.

Senator Susan Collins opposes Trump's acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's confirmation, citing concerns about the Department of Justice's politicization and specific actions like approving audit protections for Trump's family and the anti-weaponization fund. Her stance jeopardizes Blanche's path to confirmation as Republicans can only afford one more lost vote.

Senator Susan Collins opposes Todd Blanche's confirmation as acting Attorney General, citing concerns over his actions eroding DOJ independence, including approving audit protections for Trump's family and supporting an anti-weaponization fund. Collins' opposition complicates Trump's efforts to confirm Blanche, with Republican leaders needing to secure remaining votes amid skepticism from other GOP senators.

U.S. acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination advanced after two Senate Judiciary Committee Republicans, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, supported it following Blanche's assurance that President Donald Trump’s 'anti-weaponization' fund is rescinded. The 12-10 party-line vote sends the nomination to the full Senate, with Cornyn and Tillis citing an agreement with Justice Department officials reaffirming tax audit immunity limits tied to Trump’s lawsuit.

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.

U.S. acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination for permanent leadership advanced through a Senate Judiciary Committee party-line vote after two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, supported it following Blanche's assurance that President Donald Trump’s 'anti-weaponization' fund is rescinded. The fund, tied to tax immunity for Trump, his sons, and the Trump Organization, was criticized by Cornyn and Tillis as unjustified.

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 to lead the Justice Department advanced on a party-line vote after two skeptical Republicans, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, supported it following Blanche's assurance that President Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund is rescinded. Cornyn and Tillis cited an agreement with Justice Department officials reaffirming tax audit immunity for Trump and his associates is limited to a dropped lawsuit.

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.

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, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, agreed to support him following his promise that a 'anti-weaponization' fund linked to President Donald Trump is rescinded. The committee voted 12-10 to send the nomination to the full Senate.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination to lead the Justice Department advanced on a party-line vote after two Republican senators secured assurances the Trump-linked 'anti-weaponization' fund is rescinded. Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, who initially opposed Blanche, voted to advance the nomination following commitments about the fund's cancellation and limited tax immunity for Trump and his associates.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination advanced via a 12-10 party-line vote in the Senate Judiciary Committee after two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, secured assurances that President Donald Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund is rescinded. The agreement included a Justice Department interpretive guidance reaffirming tax audit immunity for Trump and his associates is limited to a specific lawsuit, which Trump voluntarily dropped in May.

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.

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.

Todd Blanche is moving toward becoming attorney general after GOP senators dropped opposition to his nomination, despite criticism over a deal to halt Trump's slush fund. The Senate passed a continuing resolution to avoid a government shutdown, and 25 states sued the Trump administration over new tariffs.

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.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche secured support from two GOP senators who had opposed his nomination by agreeing to eliminate a $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund that could have provided settlements to Trump allies, including Jan. 6 rioters.

President Trump's nominee for attorney general, Todd Blanche, has gained support from Republican Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis after he rescinded Mr. Trump's 'anti-weaponization fund'. Nancy Cordes reported this development.

Todd Blanche is closer to becoming permanent attorney general after rescinding President Trump's 'anti-weaponization fund,' which secured support from Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis. CBS News reporter Nicole Sganga covered the development.

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 Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general, Todd Blanche, is likely to advance 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 formal rescission and 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.

GOP Sens. John Cornyn and Thom Tillis announced support for Todd Blanche as attorney general after an agreement to end the controversial 'anti-weaponization' fund. Rupa Bhattacharyya from the Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and Protection provided analysis.

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.

President Donald Trump described new Iran talks as the country's 'last chance' to avoid U.S. strikes and address nuclear concerns. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche terminated Trump's $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization fund,' while a poll showed immigration remains a stronger issue for Trump than the economy or Iran. Trump criticized U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro over a Lincoln Memorial case and avoided commenting on supporting an MLB salary cap.

Todd Blanche rescinded a $1.8 billion fund for Trump's political allies but retained audit immunity protections for Trump, his sons, and the Trump Organization. The immunity deal, part of a $10 billion lawsuit settlement against the IRS, limits future tax examinations but excludes broader protections, sparking bipartisan criticism and legal concerns.

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 rescinded the $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization fund.' The decision may address concerns from two GOP senators regarding his confirmation.

President Trump is scheduled to sign an executive order after Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) reached a deal with the Justice Department to end a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund, allowing Cornyn to vote for Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general.

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.

Republican Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis announced they will vote to confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general after he rescinded the 'anti-weaponization fund' on Sunday night. The rescission led to their support for Blanche's confirmation.

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.