"Bipartisan Resistance Mounts Against Trump's DOJ Nominee: Senate Democrats and Republicans Unite Against Controversial Appointment In a rare display of bipartisan unity, a trio of outgoing Republican senators has voiced strong opposition to President Trump's pick for a permanent role overseeing the Department of Justice (DOJ). Sens. Thom Tillis, Bill Cassidy, and John Cornyn have expressed skepticism about the nomination of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, dealing a significant blow to the president's influence in Congress. Meanwhile, Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) is seizing on the opportunity to highlight the growing divisions within the Republican Party and the weakening grip of President Trump's leadership. As the nomination faces increasing scrutiny, it remains to be seen whether the president's nominee will ultimately secure the necessary support to take the reins of the DOJ."
Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) pointed to weaknesses in President Trump’s influence in Congress amid opposition from three outgoing Republican senators to the president’s nomination of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to a permanent role overseeing the Department of Justice (DOJ). Sens. Thom Tillis (N.C.), Bill Cassidy (La.) and John Cornyn (Texas) have all expressed skepticism...
