The Apex Times
Above the Noise
Politics Wire
PoliticsOutlet reports Trump cut parts of Canada tariffs, giving Susan Collins a win in MaineThe Apex TimesPoliticsIlhan Omar tells crowd her “real name” is Ilhan Adbullahi Omar after federal filing lists different nameThe Apex TimesPoliticsRep. Randy Fine says he will introduce resolution to expel Rep. Ilhan Omar after federal investigationThe Apex TimesPoliticsTrump administration files lawsuit to block Alaska Senate certification tied to identical ballot namesThe Apex TimesPoliticsTrump administration seeks to remove Judge Ana Reyes from East Potomac Golf Links litigation, citing “open hostility,” report saysThe Apex TimesPoliticsCBP Commissioner Rodney Scott Defends Trump’s $46 Billion Big Bend Border Wall Plan as Construction Pause StandsThe Apex TimesPoliticsThe Hill previews five 2026 House races in “Whole Hog Politics” newsletterThe Apex TimesPoliticsNew Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez faces criticism tied to Meta lawsuit seeking $25 billion, critics cite ‘tax on speech’ claimsThe Apex TimesPoliticsHouse Democrats press CDC for details on $1.6 million hepatitis B clinical trial in Guinea-BissauThe Apex TimesPoliticsRobert De Niro appears in new video from Hands Off Our Vote urging voter action ahead of Nov. 3 midtermsThe Apex TimesPoliticsReport says California gubernatorial contender Xavier Becerra has a private personnel circle, with allies competing for post-election rolesThe Apex TimesPoliticsJudge Halts DHS Door-Knocks Targeting Alleged Noncitizen Voting in Nine StatesThe Apex TimesPoliticsOutlet reports Trump cut parts of Canada tariffs, giving Susan Collins a win in MaineThe Apex TimesPoliticsIlhan Omar tells crowd her “real name” is Ilhan Adbullahi Omar after federal filing lists different nameThe Apex TimesPoliticsRep. Randy Fine says he will introduce resolution to expel Rep. Ilhan Omar after federal investigationThe Apex TimesPoliticsTrump administration files lawsuit to block Alaska Senate certification tied to identical ballot namesThe Apex TimesPoliticsTrump administration seeks to remove Judge Ana Reyes from East Potomac Golf Links litigation, citing “open hostility,” report saysThe Apex TimesPoliticsCBP Commissioner Rodney Scott Defends Trump’s $46 Billion Big Bend Border Wall Plan as Construction Pause StandsThe Apex TimesPoliticsThe Hill previews five 2026 House races in “Whole Hog Politics” newsletterThe Apex TimesPoliticsNew Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez faces criticism tied to Meta lawsuit seeking $25 billion, critics cite ‘tax on speech’ claimsThe Apex TimesPoliticsHouse Democrats press CDC for details on $1.6 million hepatitis B clinical trial in Guinea-BissauThe Apex TimesPoliticsRobert De Niro appears in new video from Hands Off Our Vote urging voter action ahead of Nov. 3 midtermsThe Apex TimesPoliticsReport says California gubernatorial contender Xavier Becerra has a private personnel circle, with allies competing for post-election rolesThe Apex TimesPoliticsJudge Halts DHS Door-Knocks Targeting Alleged Noncitizen Voting in Nine StatesThe Apex TimesPoliticsOutlet reports Trump cut parts of Canada tariffs, giving Susan Collins a win in MaineThe Apex TimesPoliticsIlhan Omar tells crowd her “real name” is Ilhan Adbullahi Omar after federal filing lists different nameThe Apex TimesPoliticsRep. Randy Fine says he will introduce resolution to expel Rep. Ilhan Omar after federal investigationThe Apex TimesPoliticsTrump administration files lawsuit to block Alaska Senate certification tied to identical ballot namesThe Apex TimesPoliticsTrump administration seeks to remove Judge Ana Reyes from East Potomac Golf Links litigation, citing “open hostility,” report saysThe Apex TimesPoliticsCBP Commissioner Rodney Scott Defends Trump’s $46 Billion Big Bend Border Wall Plan as Construction Pause StandsThe Apex TimesPoliticsThe Hill previews five 2026 House races in “Whole Hog Politics” newsletterThe Apex TimesPoliticsNew Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez faces criticism tied to Meta lawsuit seeking $25 billion, critics cite ‘tax on speech’ claimsThe Apex TimesPoliticsHouse Democrats press CDC for details on $1.6 million hepatitis B clinical trial in Guinea-BissauThe Apex TimesPoliticsRobert De Niro appears in new video from Hands Off Our Vote urging voter action ahead of Nov. 3 midtermsThe Apex TimesPoliticsReport says California gubernatorial contender Xavier Becerra has a private personnel circle, with allies competing for post-election rolesThe Apex TimesPoliticsJudge Halts DHS Door-Knocks Targeting Alleged Noncitizen Voting in Nine StatesThe Apex TimesPoliticsOutlet reports Trump cut parts of Canada tariffs, giving Susan Collins a win in MaineThe Apex TimesPoliticsIlhan Omar tells crowd her “real name” is Ilhan Adbullahi Omar after federal filing lists different nameThe Apex TimesPoliticsRep. Randy Fine says he will introduce resolution to expel Rep. Ilhan Omar after federal investigationThe Apex TimesPoliticsTrump administration files lawsuit to block Alaska Senate certification tied to identical ballot namesThe Apex TimesPoliticsTrump administration seeks to remove Judge Ana Reyes from East Potomac Golf Links litigation, citing “open hostility,” report saysThe Apex TimesPoliticsCBP Commissioner Rodney Scott Defends Trump’s $46 Billion Big Bend Border Wall Plan as Construction Pause StandsThe Apex TimesPoliticsThe Hill previews five 2026 House races in “Whole Hog Politics” newsletterThe Apex TimesPoliticsNew Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez faces criticism tied to Meta lawsuit seeking $25 billion, critics cite ‘tax on speech’ claimsThe Apex TimesPoliticsHouse Democrats press CDC for details on $1.6 million hepatitis B clinical trial in Guinea-BissauThe Apex TimesPoliticsRobert De Niro appears in new video from Hands Off Our Vote urging voter action ahead of Nov. 3 midtermsThe Apex TimesPoliticsReport says California gubernatorial contender Xavier Becerra has a private personnel circle, with allies competing for post-election rolesThe Apex TimesPoliticsJudge Halts DHS Door-Knocks Targeting Alleged Noncitizen Voting in Nine StatesThe Apex Times
Back to front
John Fetterman says he will not vote to confirm Trump attorney general nominee Todd Blanche
The Apex Times

THE APEX TIMES

Politics/The Apex Times/Aug 6, 9:54 AM EDT

John Fetterman says he will not vote to confirm Trump attorney general nominee Todd Blanche

The Pennsylvania senator indicated he would not support Todd Blanche’s confirmation to lead the Department of Justice, breaking from a record of backing Trump administration nominees in past confirmations.

By The Apex Times Newsroom2 min readAI-assisted Apex article

Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman said he will not cross the aisle to support Trump attorney general nominee Todd Blanche, a move that could affect whether the nominee clears the Senate under President Donald Trump’s confirmation timeline. Fetterman made the comments in response to questions about whether he would vote for Blanche, according to Fox News Politics.

Fetterman’s position would represent a break from what he described as his pattern of supporting Trump administration cabinet and Department of Justice-related nominees. In the interview, he said he would not vote for Blanche specifically, framing the decision as one he is making regardless of party lines.

Blanche is the nominee advanced by President Donald Trump to be attorney general, the top federal law enforcement and legal policy role in the executive branch. As attorney general, the position oversees the Department of Justice, including criminal enforcement, civil litigation, and a wide range of federal legal functions.

The Senate’s confirmation process requires approval by the full chamber after committee consideration, with the vote margin often shaped by which senators support or oppose a nominee. A senator’s decision not to back a nominee can increase the likelihood that the nominee faces delays or a tougher path to reaching the number of votes needed for confirmation.

Fetterman’s remarks also highlight how individual senators can diverge from a broader pattern of cooperation with Trump nominees, even as other members of the president’s party and allies may continue to argue for advancing confirmations. Fetterman did not indicate an alternative nominee, but said he would not support Blanche’s candidacy for attorney general.

It remains unclear when the Senate will hold a final confirmation vote for Blanche, or whether any additional hearings or committee actions are scheduled. If Fetterman maintains his stance, Blanche may need support from other senators to reach the required threshold for confirmation, or the nomination could face heightened difficulty in garnering the necessary votes.

Why It Matters

  • Fetterman’s stated “no” could make Senate confirmation math harder for Blanche, depending on how other senators line up.
  • The attorney general role controls federal law enforcement and DOJ legal policy, so confirmation timing can affect how quickly leadership priorities are set.
  • Public declarations by senators can shape the expectations of when and how nominees reach final votes.
  • If additional senators follow suit, the nomination could require further procedural steps or additional negotiation ahead of a chamber vote.

Sources

Key Facts

  • Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman told Fox News Politics he will not vote to confirm Trump attorney general nominee Todd Blanche.
  • Fetterman said his decision would break from his prior pattern of supporting Trump administration nominees.
  • Todd Blanche is nominated by President Donald Trump to serve as attorney general, leading the U.S. Department of Justice.
  • The final Senate confirmation outcome depends on votes by the full chamber after any committee steps.