Politics
Senate confirms Todd Blanche as attorney general
Axios·August 8, 2026·1 min read
The Senate voted 50-49 to confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general early Saturday, capping a tumultuous path for President Trump's former personal attorney. Every Democratic member present voted against the nominee, joined by GOP Sens. Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins. Sen. Mitch McConnell was absent due to health reasons. Blanche's appointment is a win for the Trump administration.
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