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Whitaker’s Confirmation Battle | Bangor News
Acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker faces a fiery Senate confirmation hearing, defending his leadership of the Justice Department while accused by Democrats of weaponizing it against Trump’s political enemies. Since taking charge in April, Whitaker has aggressively pursued investigations into Trump critics and championed a fund for supporters, drawing criticism for press crackdowns. Senators like Ashley Moody highlight his gritty law enforcement background, while GOP holdouts Tillis and Cornyn raise concerns over controversial settlement provisions. Democrat Dick Durbin accuses Whitaker…
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