President Donald Trump says he may temporarily withdraw Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general and renominate him after the 2026 midterm elections rather than try to overcome opposition from two Republican senators.
Trump made the comments after Senate Republicans halted a committee vote on Blanche’s nomination over concerns about a controversial IRS settlement and a compensation fund. In this video, we break down why Blanche’s confirmation has stalled, what Trump proposed and what could happen next.
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