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Senator Lisa Murkowski is turning against Todd Blanche’s Attorney General nomination, slamming him for what she calls the politicization of the Justice Department — citing Epstein file mishandling, immunity deals for the President’s family, anti-abortion statements, and targeting of individuals. Despite a narrow 12-10 Judiciary Committee vote that moved his nomination forward — including two GOP senators who switched support — Blanche faced criticism during his hearing, notably from an Epstein survivor who accused him of ignoring victims for months. Blanche defended himself by saying he couldn’t meet with survivors directly but would engage if they were represented by counsel. Murkowski concludes that America needs an AG who can rein in the administration’s worst impulses — and she doesn’t believe Blanche can deliver. This episode underscores the intense partisan scrutiny and moral stakes behind top judicial appointments.

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