"Confirmation Hopes Rise for Acting Attorney General Amid U-Turn on Controversial Fund. In a significant development, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has announced a major concession that could pave the way for his permanent appointment to the role. Blanche has reportedly reached a deal with key senators to rescind the creation of the 'anti-weaponization' fund, a $1.8 billion initiative aimed at providing payouts to individuals affected by the government's alleged surveillance activities. The move marks a reversal of the fund's creation, which had sparked controversy and raised questions about Blanche's suitability for the position. As the acting attorney general seeks to secure permanent confirmation, this sudden about-face could be a crucial turning point in his bid for the top spot."
In today’s issue: Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said he reached a deal with key senators to formally rescind the creation of the “anti-weaponization” fund, a move that may pave the way for his confirmation to the role permanently. Blanche said in a memo posted on the social platform X late on Sunday that he has withdrawn the order creating the $1.8 billion fund, which was intended to provide payouts to people...
