Republicans Secure Deal to Scale Back Justice Department Programs for Blanche Support

Nomination of Todd Blanche for Deputy Attorney General·Latest event August 4, 2026

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Republicans Secure Deal to Scale Back Justice Department Programs for Blanche Support

The Senate Judiciary Committee voted to advance Blanche after Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis withdrew their opposition. Republicans claimed the agreement would end a political payout slush fund by scaling back a specific department deal. However, some critics argued that Republicans were played for fools and the deal did not actually end the funding practices. Trey Gowdy expressed support for the nomination, calling Blanche the right person to lead the department. The agreement followed Blanche's orders to seal specific records to secure Republican support. Blanche now moves toward a full Senate confirmation vote.

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Senate Judiciary Committee Advances Todd Blanche Nomination for Deputy Attorney General

The Senate Judiciary Committee voted to move Todd Blanche's nomination to the full Senate. Senate Republicans resolved a standoff regarding an IRS anti-weaponization fund to allow the process to move forward. Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis withdrew their opposition following a deal to terminate the $1.8 billion program. The committee held the vote to advance the nomination for the Justice Department position on Tuesday morning. Supporters of the nominee urged the Senate to finalize the confirmation quickly. The committee proceedings were broadcast live as members debated the appointment before the final tally.

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