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Republicans Warn Blanche May Shield Trump’s Slush Fund

7/22/2026

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The administration is seeking Senate confirmation of Todd Blanche (lawyer to President Donald Trump) as attorney general.
Republicans warn Blanche may pursue President Trump’s “slush fund” plan and threaten DOJ independence.
Blanche told senators, “I’m his lawyer,” when asked about his ties to president.
Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) said talks include settlement changes shielding Trump from IRS audits and asked whether Blanche wants confirmation.

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The administration is seeking Senate confirmation of Todd Blanche (lawyer to President Donald Trump) as attorney general.
Republicans warn Blanche may pursue President Trump’s “slush fund” plan and threaten DOJ independence.
Blanche told senators, “I’m his lawyer,” when asked about his ties to president.
Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) said talks include settlement changes shielding Trump from IRS audits and asked whether Blanche wants confirmation.