Murkowski Blocks Blanche’s AG Nomination | Durham News

Senator Lisa Murkowski has joined Senator Susan Collins in opposing Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general, citing serious concerns over the Justice Department’s handling of Jeffrey Epstein files, a Trump tax audit immunity deal, and a proposed $1.8 billion fund for presidential allies. With only two Republican votes to spare and Mitch McConnell absent, Blanche’s path to confirmation is perilous — despite recent Judiciary Committee approval after concessions on the “Anti-Weaponization Fund” and tax immunity. Democrats remain wary that the administration could revive the fund post-confirmation, pushing for permanent legislative bans. The nomination hangs in the balance as Senate deliberations intensify. 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/17f002e542f67ddc