Trump Ally Blanche Seals Narrow Senate Win as Attorney General

Todd Blanche was confirmed as the 88th U.S. attorney general in a 50-49 vote largely along party lines, after weeks of uncertainty over an anti-weaponization fund and concerns about independence from President Trump. The former Trump personal attorney had been acting AG since April following Pam Bondi’s ouster; two Republicans (Collins and Murkowski) voted against him, while several wavering Republicans ultimately backed Blanche after assurances including a rescission of the $1.8 billion fund. Critics warn his close ties to Trump could undermine the DOJ’s independence on political matters.