Live updates: Todd Blanche reaffirms 'anti-weaponization' fund is 'dead'

In a bid to quell growing concerns over his stance on a contentious government fund, Attorney General Todd Blanche made the rounds on major network shows on Sunday, appearing on Fox News's "Fox News Sunday" and NBC News's "Meet the Press." Just days after a narrow Senate confirmation, Blanche sought to reassure viewers that the proposed "anti-weaponization" fund is indeed off the table, marking a significant reversal from his earlier attempts to downplay the issue. The fund, which aimed to address allegations of government overreach, had sparked intense debate and raised questions about Blanche's commitment to transparency and accountability. As he continues to navigate the complexities of his new role, Blanche's efforts to clarify his position on the fund will be closely watched by lawmakers, voters, and the public at large.

Attorney General Todd Blanche joined two network shows on Sunday following his narrow Senate confirmation last week. Blanche appeared on Fox News’s “Fox News Sunday” and NBC News’s “Meet the Press," reiterating reiterated that the proposed "anti-weaponization" fund is dead after he sought to distance himself from the controversial fund earlier this week. On Fox...