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NewsABC Action News (WFTS) — NewsAugust 4, 2026Hillsborough

Senate Judiciary Committee advances Todd Blanche nomination for Attorney General

The Senate Judiciary Committee voted along party lines to advance the nomination of Todd Blanche for attorney general after he pledged to cancel a proposed $1.8 billion settlement fund and clarified his stance on IRS audit policies. The nomination now moves to the full Senate for a confirmation vote.

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Why It Matters

The confirmation of the attorney general determines the leadership and policy direction of the U.S. Department of Justice, which oversees federal law enforcement and legal proceedings.

Key Facts

  • The Senate Judiciary Committee voted to advance Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general along party lines.
  • Todd Blanche is currently serving as the acting attorney general.
  • Blanche committed to canceling a proposed $1.8 billion settlement fund intended for individuals claiming wrongful targeting by the federal government.
  • Lawmakers expressed concern that the $1.8 billion fund could benefit individuals convicted of assaulting police during the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack.
  • Blanche stated that a proposal to limit retroactive IRS audits of the Trump family would not shield the president from future tax scrutiny.
  • No Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee voted to advance the nomination.
  • Republican Senator Susan Collins announced she will vote against the nomination, citing concerns about the politicization of the Department of Justice.
  • The full Senate has not yet scheduled a final confirmation vote for the nomination.

Who's Mentioned

personPam Bondi“Former official fired by President Trump”personDonald Trump“President who nominated Blanche”personJohn Cornyn“Republican Senator who raised concerns”personTodd Blanche“Acting Attorney General and nominee for Attorney General”personSusan Collins“Republican Senator who announced opposition”personThom Tillis“Republican Senator who raised concerns”