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Lisa Murkowski says she'll vote against Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general, imperiling his chances
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Key Points:
- Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski announced she will oppose Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general, complicating President Trump's efforts to confirm his Justice Department pick.
- Murkowski's opposition stems from concerns that the Trump administration might proceed with a proposed fund to compensate Jan. 6 rioters despite Blanche's formal order terminating it.
- Blanche was approved by the Senate Judiciary Committee after promising not to pursue the payout fund, but he now faces potential rejection from key Republican senators including Murkowski and Susan Collins.
- The Senate's narrow Republican majority means Blanche can only afford to lose two GOP votes if all Democrats oppose him; Sen. Bill Cassidy's position remains unclear.
- President Trump criticized Murkowski, claiming he has done more for Alaska than any other president and warning that his MAGA base would be unhappy with her opposition.
