Cassidy says he will vote to confirm Blanche, likely saving his nomination0

• Gear / Gear News and Events, General, News, Newsletters, Security / Security News
• August 7, 2026

Earlier on Friday, Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski announced she would oppose Blanche, citing concerns over the “politicisation” of the justice department. “The politicization – even weaponization – of the Department did not start with this administration but has accelerated during it,” Murkowski wrote on X. Blanche’s confirmation was briefly in jeopardy on Friday morning following