Murkowski Blocks Blanche, Leaving AG Nomination in Peril
TL;DR
Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski announced she will oppose confirming Todd Blanche as attorney general, citing concerns he wouldn’t rein in the Trump administration or curb DOJ politicization. With Democrats united and Cassidy undecided, Blanche’s confirmation hinges on Cassidy’s vote, and McConnell’s absence leaves Republicans short of a majority.
- Lisa Murkowski says she will oppose Blanche , endangering his confirmation Politico
- Fetterman to oppose Blanche’s nomination to head Justice Department The Hill
- Cornyn is right, Republicans can't rein in Trump. Sorry! | Opinion USA Today
- Blanche's path to confirmation narrows as key US Republican says she will vote no Reuters
- Todd Blanche Kept Trump’s Tax Audit Shield. It Could Erase a $100 Million IRS Bill Time Magazine
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