Senator Bill Cassidy will support Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general. This decision likely ensures Blanche's confirmation to lead the Justice Department. Opposition from two other Republicans had previously cast doubt on the nomination. Concerns centered on a settlement involving tax audit immunity and a proposed fund. Cassidy stated his vote was a specific decision regarding Mr. Blanche.

Blanche's nomination now goes to the full US Senate for a vote.

A pair of Republican senators moved the acting attorney general's nomination forward after securing assurances about a controversial Trump-backed “anti-weaponization” fund.

Cassidy's decision comes hours after Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) became the second Republican to announce she would vote "no" on Blanche.