Live updates: Deal to end part of Trump’s IRS settlement clears Blanche’s confirmation path
Summary
The Senate Judiciary Committee plans to vote on nominating Todd Blanche as acting Attorney General. This vote was made easier by a deal between Senator John Cornyn and the Department of Justice, ending a special fund called the anti-weaponization fund.Key Facts
- Todd Blanche is nominated to be the acting Attorney General.
- The Senate Judiciary Committee will vote on this nomination.
- Senator John Cornyn, a Republican from Texas, helped make the nomination process smoother.
- Cornyn reached an agreement with the Department of Justice.
- The agreement involves ending the anti-weaponization fund permanently through a formal order.
- The anti-weaponization fund was created to prevent misuse of government tools or powers but is now being stopped.
- This deal helps clear the way for Blanche’s confirmation vote in the Senate.
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