US Senate Judiciary holds over vote on Blanche nomination for AG as Grassley slams Dems

The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee has postponed a vote on the nomination of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to the top legal position in the country, extending the decision by a week. Senator Chuck Grassley criticized the delay, accusing Democrats of obstructing the process. This delay is standard committee practice, according to a spokesperson, but it highlights the contentious nature of Blanche's nomination. The timing and opposition underscore the broader political tensions and the stakes involved in confirming the Attorney General, a role critical for overseeing the Department of Justice.