# Sen. Bill Cassidy backs Todd Blanche for attorney general, clearing path to confirmation

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- CNN, 2026-08-07 15:07 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.cnn.com/2026/08/07/politics/live-news/todd-blanche-confirmation-senate?Date=20260807&Profile=CNN

> Sen. Bill Cassidy says he will support Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general. His decision clears the way for Blanche’s confirmation.

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