Blanche's nomination for Attorney General facing opposition from two senators
PBS · July 30, 2026Original source ↗
What happened
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination to become the permanent head of the DOJ is currently on hold. Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis have stated they will oppose the nomination unless a $1.8 billion fund for wrongfully prosecuted individuals is eliminated.
Why it matters
The outcome of this nomination process could impact the leadership of the Department of Justice and its funding priorities.
Who feels this
If you are a small business owner
The Department of Justice's funding priorities could affect how resources are allocated for legal protections and enforcement against unfair business practices, which may impact small businesses.
If you are a parent
Changes in the Department of Justice leadership could influence policies related to family law and child protection, potentially affecting legal outcomes for parents.
If you are a retiree
Funding decisions made by the Department of Justice could impact legal resources available for addressing issues like elder fraud or abuse, which are important for protecting retirees.
What does this mean for YOU, specifically?
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