Philadelphia, PA, August 7, 2026 —

Republican Senator Bill Cassidy has announced his support for Todd Blanche’s nomination as attorney general, a move that is likely to ensure his confirmation for the position.

The announcement comes after some Republican senators had previously raised concerns regarding elements of a proposed settlement. These concerns reportedly included a proposed fund for allies of former President Donald Trump and a provision for tax audit immunity for the former president. The details of these specific concerns were not further elaborated upon in the provided summary.

Todd Blanche, who previously served as a criminal defense lawyer for Donald Trump, has been serving as the acting attorney general since April. His nomination for confirmation as attorney general faced opposition, reportedly stemming from the controversial settlement of a lawsuit involving former President Trump and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

The exact nature of the opposition and the specific points of contention related to the IRS lawsuit settlement were not detailed. Senator Cassidy’s endorsement appears to shift the momentum toward Blanche’s confirmation, potentially overcoming previous objections from within his party.

The role of attorney general is critical, overseeing legal matters and representing the interests of the government. The confirmation process involves scrutiny of the nominee’s qualifications, past actions, and potential conflicts of interest. Senator Cassidy’s support suggests a resolution to the concerns that had previously stalled Blanche’s permanent appointment.

Further details regarding the specific settlement terms or the nature of the proposed fund and immunity deal were not provided. The outcome of this nomination will be closely watched as it pertains to the leadership of the attorney general’s office.



Story summarized from the original created by ALANNA DURKIN RICHER, LISA MASCARO and BILL BARROW on www.inquirer.com, see more information here.

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