The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced Blanche's nomination in a 12-10 party-line vote following debates over his relationship with Trump and a related legal settlement.
The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced Blanche's nomination in a 12-10 party-line vote following a two-hour debate over his relationship with Donald Trump and a disputed legal settlement.
Sen. Susan Collins announced she will vote against Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general, citing concerns over Department of Justice independence and specific controversial actions.
New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport sued Amazon on antitrust grounds, alleging the tech giant abuses its market power over third-party delivery contractors to suppress labor competition, depress wages, and worsen working conditions.
NSW opposition upper house leader Damien Tudehope admitted to leaking a confidential parliamentary inquiry draft report to a conservative Liberal faction member during an Icac corruption watchdog hearing.
A compromise between acting AG Todd Blanche and two Republican senators regarding a $1.8bn weaponization fund and tax immunity has been criticized by Democrats and legal experts as weak and easily reversible by Donald Trump.
The Senate is set to advance Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general after Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis reached a deal with the DOJ to formally terminate the 'anti-weaponization fund' and clarify its scope, addressing concerns that had stalled his confirmation.
The U.S. Senate reconvenes with Todd Blanche's confirmation hearing on the agenda, as Blanche rescinded a controversial 'anti-weaponization fund' plan. Separately, President Trump announced a deal to cancel planned attacks on Iran, causing oil prices to drop, while the DOJ's use of a Civil War-era statute and Capital One's closure of Trump Organization accounts are also in focus.
Acting US Attorney General Todd Blanche formally withdrew former President Trump's proposed $1.8bn "anti-weaponisation" fund, which could have compensated Capitol riot defendants and shielded Trump's family from IRS audits. This move clears the way for Blanche's permanent confirmation by US senators.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche formally terminated President Donald Trump's $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization fund" via a Sunday order. This move follows weeks of negotiations with Republican Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, who had blocked Blanche's nomination over concerns about the fund, clearing the path for his Senate confirmation vote.
Punjab government is resisting Attorney General R Venkataramani's proposal for a cashless settlement of a 15-year-old Supreme Court decree concerning Bhakra Nangal and Beas power dues with Himachal Pradesh and Haryana. While Himachal and Haryana agreed, Punjab cited substantial losses, prompting the SC to warn of consequences.
Senator Thom Tillis threatened to withhold his vote for Donald Trump's attorney general nominee, Todd Blanche, if Trump pursues his $1.8 billion "Anti-Weaponization Fund." This escalates a dispute between Senate Republicans and Trump over the fund, which Tillis and Senator John Cornyn demand be permanently dissolved.
Donald Trump has reaffirmed support for a controversial "anti-weaponisation fund," which critics say would use taxpayer money to reward political allies. This stance complicates the Senate confirmation of his attorney general nominee, Todd Blanche, who previously oversaw the fund's creation and faces questions about his loyalty.
New Mexico AG Raúl Torrez is suing the state's CYFD after staff allegedly forced a 15-year-old American citizen into Mexico to reunite with his deported mother. Torrez seeks his return and a restraining order against similar future actions.
xAI, Elon Musk's AI company, sued Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison to block the state's new law (HF 1606) targeting AI 'nudification,' arguing it's an overbroad ban on free speech. The law imposes strict liability on platforms for AI-generated images of real people showing intimate parts, even if consensual or not shared, with fines up to $500,000 per image.
New York state has sued prediction market operator Kalshi, alleging it runs an illegal gambling operation without a license, allows underage users, and avoids taxes. Kalshi argues it's a federally licensed exchange overseen by the CFTC, not states, and that the lawsuit is "political theater."
Lancaster Country Day School (LCDS) is seeking to dismiss a lawsuit by students who claim it failed to act on AI-generated nudes. The school argues it reported the initial tip to the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General and that current state laws do not classify AI images as child abuse.
The Senate Judiciary Committee postponed voting on Todd Blanche's nomination as U.S. Attorney General due to concerns from Republican Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis over the DOJ's settlement with President Trump, which Blanche oversaw.
Former Australian Attorney General Mark Dreyfus has urged governments to consider banning protests near synagogues and Jewish schools, citing a High Court decision on safe access zones for abortion clinics. His testimony to the antisemitism royal commission highlighted a "substantial and ongoing threat" to the Jewish community, with security needs doubling since October 2023.
Indonesian authorities seized 74kg of gold and over $15 million in cash from a house linked to Febrie Adriansyah, the former deputy attorney general for special crimes, who is now suspected of corruption. The discovery raises concerns about institutional integrity and the investment climate.
Texas Democratic AG candidate Nathan Johnson pledges to investigate Elon Musk's SpaceX if elected, citing potential corruption in a deal awarding the company $110m in state grants. Johnson criticized the lopsided award and promised greater scrutiny of government contracts.
New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez criticized the US Department of Justice for obstructing the state's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's activities on his Zorro Ranch. Torrez stated that despite assurances, the DOJ has not provided requested records, hindering the probe and potentially eroding evidence.
A NSW parliamentary committee report accuses top prosecutor Sally Dowling of giving false evidence under oath regarding pitching a story about a child's sentencing hearing to radio station 2GB. The report recommends the attorney general investigate her removal from office.
Two 15-year-old boys, previously spared custody for raping two girls, have been sentenced to four years' detention after the court of appeal ruled their original sentences "unduly lenient". The convictions stemmed from separate incidents in Fordingbridge, Hampshire, in November 2024 and January last year.
