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Trump signals possible withdrawal of Todd Blanche attorney general nomination amid Senate resistance

President Trump indicated he may withdraw Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general as the nomination stalls in the Senate. Republican Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn responded to Trump's statement, according to CBS News correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns.

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  • โœ“Trump stated he may pull Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination. (CBS News)
  • โœ“The Blanche nomination is stalling among Senate lawmakers. (CBS News)
  • โœ“Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn responded to Trump's statement. (CBS News)

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  • ~The stalling nomination prompted Trump to signal potential withdrawal. (CBS News reporting)
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PublishedJuly 31, 2026 at 11:06 AM PDT

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