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Blanche Drops Billion-Dollar Fund | Eau Claire News
Todd Blanche just killed the $1.8 billion federal compensation fund — a move that appeased skeptical GOP senators and cleared the way for his AG nomination. The controversial settlement, which included immunity for the president and family from future tax probes, was a major red flag for Cornyn and Tillis. Blanche’s new order narrows immunity to past investigations and limits it to those named in the original lawsuit — exactly what senators demanded. With confirmation votes looming, Blanche’s political chess move may just seal his fate before the Senate recess. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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