# Senate Confirms Todd Blanche as Attorney General and Passes Spending Bill

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- Bloomberg News, 2026-08-08 10:35 UTC
- Politics
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> The US Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general. It also passed a spending bill. Bloomberg News Now presents a comprehensive audio report on the day’s leading stories. The program delivers updated coverage throughout the day. Its focus includes the latest developments in global business, presented in a concise format.

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