Blanche's nomination sets up a test of Trump's sway over Senate Republicans, who have shown an increasing willingness to resist parts of his agenda after months of largely acceding to his demands.

Blanche previously served as a criminal defense lawyer for President Trump.

Acting in the role since April, Blanche faces Senate confirmation after controversial DoJ moves

Blanche emerged as one of Trump's most prominent legal defenders during the president's criminal cases following his first term in office.