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Todd Blanche attorney general nomination on edge as Cornyn questions Trump-IRS settlement
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Sen. John Cornyn of Texas said the Department of Justice has not addressed his concerns regarding a settlement agreement involving tax audits of President Donald Trump and others. Cornyn did not specify whether his concerns would affect his position on Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general. Blanche's nomination requires Senate confirmation.
