US senators grill Blanche over ‘slush fund’ deal as he seeks attorney general confirmation

Senators questioned Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche about a controversial "anti-weaponization" fund, often referred to as a "slush fund," during his confirmation hearings. Blanche assured them that if confirmed, he would support a permanent ban on such funds and would consider new information about them. This scrutiny highlights broader concerns about government transparency and the ethical use of discretionary funds, underscoring the importance of the Justice Department's role in upholding these principles.