Cornyn, Tillis back Blanche for attorney general after deal on DOJ fund
Summary
Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis said they support Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general after the Justice Department agreed to end the "anti-weaponization" fund and limit tax immunity rules. Their backing is expected to help advance Blanche’s nomination to the full Senate.Key Facts
- Senators Cornyn (Texas) and Tillis (North Carolina) formally support Todd Blanche for attorney general.
- They reached an agreement to end the controversial $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund.
- The fund was created after President Trump settled a lawsuit about his tax returns being leaked.
- The settlement gave Trump and related parties broad protection from IRS audits.
- Republicans and Democrats were worried the fund could pay people convicted of attacking law enforcement on January 6th.
- Blanche said the fund is no longer active, but senators wanted a written order confirming this.
- The Justice Department issued a binding order to end the fund and limit the tax audit immunity.
- President Trump warned GOP senators to stop blocking Blanche’s confirmation or he would keep him acting attorney general and proceed with the fund.
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