RNN August 8th 2026
Todd Blanche Confirmed as Attorney General: The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as U.S. Attorney General in a 50–49 vote. Despite opposition from Republican Senators Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski, Senator Bill Cassidy provided the deciding vote following assurances regarding the elimination of a controversial Department of Justice fund.
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Maintenance: The National Park Service is flushing supply lines at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to clear severe mineral and debris buildup. Park officials attributed the clogging issues to long-term neglect from…
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