Murkowski’s opposition tightens Blanche’s bid for attorney general

Sen. Lisa Murkowski said she will vote against Todd Blanche’s nomination to be attorney general, citing concerns that the $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund could be revived if he is confirmed. With Mitch McConnell absent, Blanche’s path to confirmation grows thinner and hinges on Sen. Cassidy’s vote, narrowing the GOP’s chances as the Senate weighs the nomination.