Trump’s former ally threatens to derail Todd Blanche over DOJ ‘slush fund’

Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleA key Republican senator negotiating with the White House and the Department of Justice over the confirmation of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said Thursday that the two sides are still at odds (Getty)The confirmation vote for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has been postponed due to a standoff between Republican senators and the White House/Department of Justice. Senators, led by John Cornyn, are demanding the DoJ formally abandon a proposed $1.776 billion "weaponization fund" and a provision granting Donald Trump perpetual immunity from IRS audits. The "weaponization fund," intended to address claims of government "weaponization," is widely criticized as a "slush fund" that could benefit Trump's allies, potentially including January 6 rioters. Despite the administration stating the fund is "dead," senators are concerned its text could still require its establishment and oppose the IRS audit immunity for Trump. Senator Cornyn insists his opposition is based on principle, not personal animus, aiming to ensure fair treatment in government settlements. In fullSenator burned by Trump says he’s ‘prepared to vote no’ on Todd Blanche: ‘President could fix this in minute’More bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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