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Donald Trump nominated Todd Blanche to lead the Justice Department, leading to discussions about confirmation chances and potential criminal contempt charges.

43 reports, 24 independent Updated Aug 30
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Donald Trump nominated Todd Blanche to lead the Justice Department, leading to discussions about confirmation chances and potential criminal contempt charges.

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Donald TrumpTodd BlancheMarty LedermanJohn ThuneJohn CornynBlanche

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  1. Senate Republicans supported the appointment of Todd Blanche.Sub-event
  2. Trump is actively seeking control over the law enforcement agency.1 source
  3. The nomination of Todd Blanche faces internal party resistance.Sub-event
  4. Blanche's vow is raising hackles in the Senate as lawmakers react to his nomination to lead the Justice Department.1 source
  5. Trump confirms Blanche remains in his current role.1 source
  6. Trump plans legislation and intends to keep Blanche as acting AG pending Senate confirmation.1 source
  7. Trump nomination stalled due to committee struggles.1 source
  8. Farmer opposes Blanche's confirmation, while Blanche meets with victims at the DOJ.1 source
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  1. Blanche's potential AG role and Comstock Act enforcement were discussed by Trump, Blanche, and Cruz.1 source
  2. Trump gave an interview with CNN where he declined to discuss the war in Iran and referenced CNN's acquisition by Skydance.Sub-event
  3. Todd Blanche's nomination to lead a department is moving forward, with a confirmation hearing overseen by Senator Chuck Grassley.Sub-event
  4. Trump appoints Todd Blanche to the Justice Department.1 source
  5. Trump nominated Blanche for Justice Department leadership; Cornyn met regarding confirmation, Thune offers support.1 source
  6. Todd Blanche nominated to lead the Justice Department, confirmation process underway.1 source
  7. Trump nominated Todd Blanche for Justice Dept leadership; confirmation chances discussed.1 source

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