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Murkowski will oppose Blanche nomination, narrowing his path to confirmation

Murkowski will oppose Blanche nomination, narrowing his path to confirmation
NPR News Friday 07 August 2026, 14:12 UTC By Barbara Sprunt 1 min read
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The Alaska Republican said the country needs an Attorney General who will "check the worst impulses of this administration," adding that she doesn't have confidence that Todd Blanche can achieve that. (Image credit: Bloomberg)

The Alaska Republican said the country needs an Attorney General who will "check the worst impulses of this administration," adding that she doesn't have confidence that Todd Blanche can achieve that.

(Image credit: Bloomberg)

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