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GOP holdouts say they will back Blanche's attorney general nomination after striking deal over fund
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· August 3, 2026
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Key takeaway 8 billion "anti-weaponization fund" established by President Donald Trump has been formally ended by Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
A recent development in national politics has resulted in the termination of a significant fund. 8 billion "anti-weaponization fund" established by President Donald Trump has been formally ended by Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. This move comes after weeks of negotiations with two Republican senators.
The senators had been blocking Blanche's nomination to become attorney general, and the termination of the fund appears to be a result of these talks. Further details on this decision and its implications can be found through the Star Tribune, which reported on the formal order issued by Acting Attorney General Blanche late Sunday.
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Category: local Published: August 3, 2026 Source: Star Tribune Reading time: 1 min
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