Fetterman to oppose Blanche’s nomination to head Justice Department

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White House Headlines - August 5, 2026

White House Headlines - August 5, 2026

Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) says he will vote against acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination to serve in the role permanently, putting more pressure on Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) to limit GOP defections on the high-profile nominee.

“If you’re going to bring up Blanche, I’m not going to vote for him,” Fetterman told “The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart” podcast.

He noted that he’s supported some of President Trump’s Cabinet picks, most notably Markwayne Mullin’s nomination to serve as secretary of Homeland Security.

Fetterman could have blocked Mullin’s nomination........

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