Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is closer to Senate confirmation after rescinding a $1.8 billion fund related to anti-weaponization efforts and clarifying tax protections in a settlement involving the IRS. A spokeswoman for Senator John Cornyn confirmed that an agreement was reached, which may allow Cornyn to support Blanche's nomination at an upcoming Senate Judiciary Committee meeting. The committee is scheduled to vote on the nomination, requiring unanimous Republican support to counter Democratic opposition. The fund in question was never operational, as no members were appointed, no money was transferred, and no claims process was established. Blanche stated that he has engaged with committee members to address concerns regarding the fund and the IRS settlement. Cornyn's office indicated that a formal order will be issued to permanently terminate the fund and clarify the scope of the audit settlement. Senator Thom Tillis has not yet confirmed whether he will support Blanche following the agreement.
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Todd Blanche Moves Closer to Senate Confirmation After Rescinding Fund
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is nearing Senate confirmation after rescinding a $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund and clarifying tax protections in an IRS settlement. An agreement with Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis may facilitate support for his nomination at an upcoming committee vote, despite ongoing Democratic opposition.
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Todd Blanche moves closer to confirmation after rescinding $1.8B fund
Todd Blanche Moves Closer to Senate Confirmation After Rescinding Fund