Scope: Federal
Branch: Legislative
Severity: Amber
Date occurred: August 2, 2026
Phase: Jul-Aug 2026
Sens. Cornyn and Tillis withheld support for Todd Blanche's AG confirmation, demanding rescission of a roughly 1.8 billion dollar Anti-Weaponization Fund. Blanche issued two one-page orders meeting the demands on August 2, 2026, though a former DOJ attorney noted the rescission has no legal effect once Blanche is confirmed since he could withdraw it himself.
Sources
- PBS NewsHour
- Washington Post
- NOTUS
- CNBC
- Courthouse News