Trump Considers Withholding AG Nomination Until GOP Holdouts Leave Office
President Donald Trump has indicated he is open to temporarily withdrawing Todd Blanche's nomination as U.S. attorney general until after Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis leave office next year. The two holdout senators have refused to support Blanche due to concerns over the Department of Justice’s controversial settlement in a lawsuit involving President Trump and his IRS. This development follows the Senate Judiciary Committee postponing Thursday's planned vote on Blanche's nomination. Trump made this statement via Truth Social, criticizing Cornyn and Tillis for their continued opposition despite Blanche currently serving as acting Attorney General. The delay of the confirmation process highlights ongoing tensions within the GOP over Trump-aligned nominees.
Topics: Donald Trump Senate Judiciary Committee Todd Blanche U.S. Attorney General Nomination