GOP Holdout Who Holds Trump’s AG Nominee’s Fate In His Hands Makes Major Announcement

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GOP Holdout Who Holds Trump’s AG Nominee’s Fate In His Hands Makes Major Announcement

1 sourceUpdated Aug 7, 2026

Republican Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy announced Friday he will vote in favor of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination, moving his confirmation process across the finish line.

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