Blanche’s Path to AG Depends on Cornyn’s Vote

Todd Blanche’s Senate confirmation hearing shows a potential GOP hurdle: Sen. John Cornyn remains undecided, and his vote could determine whether Blanche advances to the floor. With Sen. Thom Tillis wavering but open to persuading colleagues by declaring the $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund moot, Democrats ramp up pressure while the White House weighs lobbying. The fund dispute and related settlement questions could ultimately decide Blanche’s fate before an August floor vote.