Blanche's Confirmation in Jeopardy After Republican Senators Back Away from Trump's Nominee – Live The nomination of Todd Blanche to lead the Department of Justice is facing a critical juncture, with key Republican senators voicing opposition and a tie breaking vote looming on the horizon.
At stake is not only Blanche's confirmation but also the future trajectory of Donald Trump's agenda. Bill Cassidy's hesitation is more than just a speed bump in the nomination process.
As one of two GOP lawmakers who voted to convict Trump during his 2021 impeachment trial, Cassidy's concerns about Blanche's ability to lead the justice department independently are well founded.