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WATCH: Sen. Cassidy says he'll vote to confirm Todd Blanche for attorney general

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Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy said Friday he will back Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general, likely paving the way for Blanche to be confirmed to lead President Donald Trump's Justice Department.

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