Why Trump’s attorney general nominee is struggling
This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Welcome to The Logoff: Donald Trump’s attorney general nominee is in trouble. What’s happening? Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, whom Trump nominated for the permanent job last month, was […]
The Senate Judiciary Committee's vote on Acting Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche is on hold as key Republican senators express concerns. Trump, who nominated Blanche for the permanent position last month, now threatens to pull the nomination until next year. Blanche's past as acting attorney general has raised eyebrows due to his close ties to Trump and involvement in controversial schemes, such as indicting former FBI director James Comey, creating a $1.8 billion slush fund for Trump's allies, and negotiating an IRS immunity deal.
However, the slush fund's failure and the IRS shield's continued existence have not yet convinced Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and John Cornyn (R-TX) to support his nomination. If Blanche's nomination fails, he will continue to serve as acting attorney general under Trump's leadership.
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