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Todd Blanche pressed about fund and Epstein files at Senate confirmation hearing
By Eric Tucker and Alanna Durkin Richer | The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· July 15, 2026
· 7 min read
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche confronted skeptical questioning at a Senate confirmation hearing Wednesday about the creation of a fund to compensate allies of President Donald Trump and a tax immunity deal for the president as he aimed to lock down the Republican support needed to advance ...
Key takeaway 776 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund,” which was scrapped after fierce bipartisan backlash, was “not moving forward.
Why this matters in Frisco News
As the Senate confirmation hearing for Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche unfolded, the implications for North Texas residents are worth considering. With Senator John Cornyn's careful scrutiny of Blanche's responses, it's clear that the fate of the "Anti-Weaponization Fund" and the tax immunity deal for President Trump remain uncertain. For Collin and Denton County residents, the potential resurrection of this fund could have far-reaching consequences, particularly if it's perceived as a tool for the administration to reward allies or target adversaries. Given the Justice Department's significant presence in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, the mass firings and resignations within the department could also have a local impact on law enforcement and public safety. As the confirmation process moves forward, Texans will be watching to see how Senator Cornyn ultimately decides to vote, and how Blanche's leadership might shape the Justice Department's activities in the region.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
Reading time: 7 min
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