Fetterman says he will not vote to confirm Blanche as attorney general Senator John Fetterman has stated he will not vote to confirm acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, citing reservations possibly linked to the DOJ’s abandoned “anti-weaponization” fund. President Trump intends to nominate Blanche for the permanent position, though some senators, including Democrats Jon Ossoff and Chuck Schumer, have also expressed opposition, questioning Blanche’s loyalty to the Constitution. Republican Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn are awaiting more information, with Tillis emphasizing Blanche’s stance on the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

• Sen. John Fetterman will not vote to confirm Todd Blanche as the permanent Attorney General.
• Fetterman’s opposition may be related to the DOJ abandoning a $1.776 billion “anti-weaponization” fund.
• President Trump plans to nominate Blanche for the permanent role.
• Sen. Jon Ossoff and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer also oppose Blanche’s nomination.
• Sens. Thom Tillis and John Cornyn have not yet decided, with Tillis focusing on Blanche’s views on Jan. 6.