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Blanche Sworn In After Close Senate Vote | Minneapolis News
Todd Blanche has officially become the new attorney general after a nail-biting Senate confirmation that ended in a 50-49 vote, with Senator Bill Cassidy delivering the decisive swing vote. Serving as acting AG since April, Blanche’s nomination—first made in June—faced fierce opposition from Democrats and some Republicans over a controversial $1.8 billion fund. After Blanche rescinded the fund’s directive, key GOP senators softened their stance, paving the way for his historic confirmation. His path to this role also includes his recent work on the former president’s legal defense team and…
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