Todd Blanche is the acting attorney general.

What is next for Blanche's nomination?

His nomination will now proceed to the full Senate for a vote.

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Todd Blanche Clears Committee Vote, Paving Way for Attorney General Confirmation

First publishedAug 3, 14:22 UTC

Last updatedAug 5, 15:18 UTC · 12d ago

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Answer

Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general was approved by the Senate Judiciary Committee in a 12-10 vote, paving the way for his confirmation.

Reported by 23 outlets — NYT US, NYT Home, The Guardian US, CBS News, ABC News, and 8 more. See all sources ↓

The Senate Judiciary Committee voted to advance Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general. Blanche is the acting attorney general and has overseen changes to the Justice Department. He confirmed in writing that a planned $1.8 billion fund for Donald Trump's allies was dead.

Why it matters

This decision is important because it could affect the future of the Justice Department and its relationship with the White House.

In brief

Who is Todd Blanche?: Todd Blanche is the acting attorney general.
What did Blanche confirm in writing?: He confirmed that a planned $1.8 billion fund for Donald Trump's allies was dead.
What is next for Blanche's nomination?: His nomination will now proceed to the full Senate for a vote.

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The outlets frame the story as a significant development in the confirmation process, with some focusing on the deal that secured the votes of key Republican senators.

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Todd Blanche's deal with Republican senators secured his nomination.
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The Guardian USAug 4, 15:08deal with GOP senators
Fox News LatestAug 4, 15:04deal with GOP senators
CBS NewsAug 4, 15:08deal with GOP senators
The HillAug 4, 15:03deal with GOP senators
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Critics are skeptical of Blanche's nomination and the deal that secured it.
Sources3
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The Guardian USAug 4, 15:08critics denounce deal
CBS NewsAug 4, 15:08questions linger about DOJ fund
PBS NewsHourAug 4, 13:00deal questioned by critics
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Blanche's nomination is a significant development in the confirmation process.
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NYT USAug 4, 15:14significant development
ABC NewsAug 4, 15:06significant development
NBC NewsAug 4, 09:00significant development

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