Trump May Hold Off on His Pick for Top Law Job Until Opposing Senators Leave

Trump May Hold Off on His Pick for Top Law Job Until Opposing Senators Leave

Trump may pull Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general — the government's top lawyer — while keeping him in the role temporarily, using a law that lets a stand-in serve indefinitely. Two Republican senators blocking the vote leave office in January 2027. Trump said he'd try again after they're gone. A Senate committee canceled a planned July 30 vote.

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