Murkowski Blocks Blanche, Cassidy Steps In | Anchorage News

Senator Lisa Murkowski just torpedoed Todd Blanche’s Attorney General nomination, calling him unfit to challenge the current administration’s worst policies — citing his past decisions on Trump immunity, targeting political rivals, mishandling Epstein files, and backing a controversial $2 billion “slush fund” for January 6th events. But with Republican Senator Bill Cassidy stepping in to vote yes, Blanche’s fate may be saved — forcing GOP voters to choose between a flawed but viable nominee and an acting AG who might be even worse under Trump. Murkowski’s 212-word statement avoided naming Trump directly, but her stance highlights a deepening rift within the party over this critical appointment.

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