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Senate panel delays vote on Blanche's AG nomination as key Republicans voice concerns

NPR | By Ryan Lucas

Published July 30, 2026 at 5:36 AM CDT

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Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general is up in the air after concerns from two Republicans on the committee that must advance his nomination.

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Ryan Lucas

Ryan Lucas covers the Justice Department for NPR.