Trump says he may pull Blanche's nomination until 2 Senate critics leave office
Summary
President Donald Trump said he might withdraw Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general until two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, leave office in January. The senators have concerns about Blanche's positions, especially regarding a Justice Department fund, which has delayed the nomination process.Key Facts
- President Trump supports Todd Blanche as a strong candidate for attorney general.
- Senators John Cornyn (Texas) and Thom Tillis (North Carolina) are blocking Blanche’s nomination.
- Cornyn wants a written guarantee that the Justice Department’s "anti-weaponization fund" will not return.
- Cornyn also wants changes to President Trump’s personal IRS settlement agreement related to the fund.
- The Senate Judiciary Committee postponed the vote on Blanche’s nomination.
- Cornyn received an updated offer from the Justice Department and sent back a counter proposal.
- Tillis feels the White House adviser is giving President Trump bad advice about this issue.
- Other senators, like Bill Cassidy, also have concerns about Blanche but have not decided on their support.
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