Senate Judiciary Panel Advances Todd Blanche Nomination After Key Concessions
A U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee panel advanced the nomination of Todd Blanche for Attorney General along party lines. Two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, switched their votes to support Blanche after he agreed to effectively end a controversial…
Columbus, OH, August 5, 2026 —
The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee panel has advanced the nomination of Todd Blanche for Attorney General. The vote proceeded along party lines, with two Republican senators shifting their support following concessions made by Blanche.
Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis changed their votes to support Blanche’s nomination after he agreed to effectively end the controversial “anti-weaponization” fund that had been proposed by President Trump. This fund had been a point of contention during the nomination process.
Democrats on the committee, however, maintained their opposition to Blanche’s nomination. Their concerns stem from several issues, including Blanche’s past handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files, his position on abortion protections, and allegations that he has lied under oath. These issues were cited as reasons for their continued disapproval.
The decision has drawn criticism from some quarters. Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse have also voiced their disappointment with the outcome of the committee vote, indicating that their concerns have not been adequately addressed.
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