Washington, United States, Aug 7, 2026 (AFP) - Key Republican backs Trump attorney general pick, clearing confirmation path

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2026-08-07

President Donald Trump's controversial pick for attorney general, Todd Blanche, was set for confirmation on Friday after a key Republican holdout said he would vote in favor. Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana said he agreed that Blanche -- a former personal lawyer for Trump who is already serving as acting attorney general -- had shown "poor judgement." But Cassidy said he would nevertheless support the nomination, meaning Blanche is now all but......

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