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Trump threatens to withdraw Blanche nomination

Jul 30, 2026Center Left

President Trump is threatening to withdraw the nomination of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. It comes as two Republican senators are opposing his nomination. NBC News’ Kelly O’Donnell reports.

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