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Trump Backs AG Nominee Amid Crypto, FBI Travel Scrutiny

7/16/2026

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Whitehouse Questions Blanche

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse questioned Attorney General Todd Blanche about FBI Director Kash Patel’s travel and alleged conduct during confirmation hearing.
Todd Blanche testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on July 15, 2026, seeking confirmation as U.S. Attorney General.
Senator Dick Durbin criticized Blanche for cryptocurrency holdings and dismantling the DOJ’s crypto enforcement team.
President Donald Trump praised Blanche on Truth Social and urged Republican senators to confirm him.

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Maltinsky vs FBI

The lawsuit asserts the FBI permitted the Pride flag and other symbols, like thin-blue-line and Gadsden flags, to be displayed.
A judge was asked to reject DOJ dismissal and permit discovery of FBI firing of gay employee for Pride flag.
Maltinsky’s attorneys say Department of Justice (DOJ) motion ignores link between Pride flag and orientation.
Lawyers warn delaying discovery may erase memories and evidence, undermining Maltinsky’s chance to prove discrimination.

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Whitehouse Questions Blanche

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse questioned Attorney General Todd Blanche about FBI Director Kash Patel’s travel and alleged conduct during confirmation hearing.
Todd Blanche testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on July 15, 2026, seeking confirmation as U.S. Attorney General.
Senator Dick Durbin criticized Blanche for cryptocurrency holdings and dismantling the DOJ’s crypto enforcement team.
President Donald Trump praised Blanche on Truth Social and urged Republican senators to confirm him.

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