WATCH LIVE: Vance holds White House briefing as acting AG Blanche faces questioning
Summary
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche testified before Congress for the first time since leading the Justice Department. Meanwhile, Vice President JD Vance planned a White House press briefing amid scrutiny over a $1.776 billion fund intended to pay allies of President Donald Trump who say they were politically targeted. President Trump also announced he delayed a planned military strike on Iran due to ongoing serious negotiations.Key Facts
- Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appeared before Congress for his first testimony in this role.
- The Justice Department plans to create a $1.776 billion fund to compensate allies of President Donald Trump who claim political targeting.
- Vice President JD Vance scheduled a press briefing at the White House at 1 p.m. EDT.
- President Donald Trump postponed a major military strike on Iran that was planned for Tuesday.
- The delay was due to serious negotiations and requests from U.S. Gulf allies hoping for a peaceful resolution.
- President Trump described the planned attack as "very major" but hopes the delay could last "maybe forever."
- The U.S. is actively engaged in diplomatic efforts to end tensions with Iran.
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