Blanche Closer to Confirmation Amid Legal Controversy | Omaha News

Acting AG Todd Blanche is one step from confirmation after the Senate Judiciary Committee cleared his nomination — but not without controversy. The vote came after two GOP senators blocked progress over a Trump IRS lawsuit settlement that included a fund for politically targeted allies. Blanche swiftly issued an order denying any such fund ever existed or was paid, but critics argue it’s too late and insufficient — Democrats say only legislation can permanently stop it. Blanche, once part of Trump’s legal team, faces scrutiny over his loyalty and independence, as his confirmation now hinges on key Republican votes in the full Senate, with Mitch McConnell absent to help sway the outcome. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e2a1de81e43a5837