The U.S. Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general by a 50-49 vote. The decision concluded one of the most contentious cabinet battles of Trump’s second term. Bipartisan worries about whether Blanche would act independently had threatened to derail his nomination. The confirmation came only after that closely contested fight.

RReuters2026-08-08 16:12

Todd Blanche secured Senate approval to become U.S. attorney general after weeks of political wrangling. President Donald Trump has revived efforts to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. Typhoon Dolphin struck Japan’s Okinawa, leaving more than 50,000 buildings without electricity. The roundup also looks at South Korean pet owners who are turning to tarot cards in an effort to understand their animals better.

RReuters2026-08-08 14:59

The U.S. Senate narrowly approved Todd Blanche as attorney general. Blanche previously served as President Trump’s defense lawyer. Republican senators Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska joined Democrats in opposing his nomination. The vote clears Blanche to become the nation’s top law enforcement official.

CCBS News2026-08-08 14:52

Fox News correspondent Madeleine Rivera reports on Todd Blanche’s confirmation by the Senate as the new attorney general. The report also examines his efforts to advance the SAVE America Act. Blanche speaks publicly after the confirmation. The segment appears on “Fox & Friends Weekend.”

FFox News2026-08-08 13:30

The US Senate has approved Todd Blanche, Donald Trump’s former personal lawyer, as attorney general. Democrats opposed the confirmation, accusing the president of politicising the Department of Justice. Blanche had represented Trump as a private attorney in several criminal trials before joining the administration. The appointment places a former Trump legal representative at the head of the department.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-08 12:54

The US Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general despite early resistance from several senators. Their concerns centered on Blanche’s ties to President Trump. A deal reached in the early hours secured enough votes for confirmation, with key holdout Senator Bill Cassidy switching his position. Bloomberg’s Laura Davison discussed the tense and closely watched process with David Gura and Christina Ruffini on Bloomberg This Weekend.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-08 11:58

The Senate has voted to confirm Todd Blanche as U.S. attorney general. Chief congressional correspondent Chad Pergram reported on the confirmation vote. The action came as lawmakers prepared to leave Washington for the August recess. The appointment is tied to the Trump administration and the Senate’s confirmation process.

FFox News2026-08-08 11:15

US President Donald Trump’s plan for a White House ballroom has suffered another setback. A federal appeals court ordered the administration to stop the $400 million construction project, finding that Congress had not approved it. The National Trust for Historic Preservation had challenged the project and sought an injunction last year. A three-judge panel upheld that injunction by a 2-to-1 vote. Trump has promised to take the case to the Supreme Court.

FFrance 24 English2026-08-08 08:49

Republican Sen. John Kennedy of Louisiana discusses the confirmation vote for Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. He also addresses calls to cancel the Senate’s five-week recess. Kennedy makes the comments on “America Reports,” framing confusion as evidence of a complete understanding of the situation.

FFox News2026-08-08 02:45

A federal appeals court ordered President Donald Trump’s administration to stop construction of a $400 million ballroom at the White House. The ruling said the project cannot proceed because Congress has not approved it. The decision directly blocks the administration’s planned construction while the approval issue remains unresolved.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-07 21:43

Donald Trump has reacted angrily on social media after his administration was ordered to stop construction of a $400m ballroom at the White House. A federal appeals court ruling represents the latest setback for the controversial personal project and puts Trump’s presidential authority under scrutiny. Trump has promised to appeal to the Supreme Court. The panel’s majority said that deciding whether to build such a large ballroom belongs to Congress, rather than executive self-help.

BBBC News2026-08-07 21:34

Sen. Bill Cassidy says he will support Todd Blanche to lead the Justice Department. His backing is described as critical after Sen. Lisa Murkowski said Friday that she would oppose Blanche. Murkowski said she would join fellow Republican Sen. Susan Collins in rejecting the nomination. The Senate support picture therefore includes opposition from both Murkowski and Collins.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-07 21:01

Republican Senator Bill Cassidy says he will back Todd Blanche to become the next attorney general. His support is likely to clear an important path toward Blanche’s confirmation. Blanche previously served as President Donald Trump’s personal attorney. Bloomberg’s Josh Wingrove reports from the White House.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-07 18:55

The US Army is seeking to get new weapons onto the battlefield more quickly. The Pentagon plans to open five military ranges to private industry for testing drones, counter-drone systems, long-range missiles, low-cost air-defense interceptors and other weapons. US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll discussed the effort with Bloomberg’s Tyler Kendall.

BBloomberg Television2026-08-07 18:02

A divided federal appeals court has ruled that Donald Trump is unlawfully constructing a massive ballroom at the White House. In a 2-1 decision, the DC Circuit Court of Appeals said Congress, rather than the executive branch acting on its own, must decide whether such a project should proceed. The ruling backed the nation’s leading historic preservation group, which challenged the plan in court. The dispute could now set up a high-stakes confrontation before the Supreme Court.

CCNN2026-08-07 17:32

Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy said Friday that he will support Todd Blanche’s nomination to become attorney general. Cassidy’s decision likely clears an important path for Blanche’s confirmation. If confirmed, Blanche would lead President Donald Trump’s Justice Department. The statement concerns a pending Senate vote on Trump’s nominee.

TThe Associated Press2026-08-07 16:00

Sen. Bill Cassidy says he will vote to confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general. Cassidy nevertheless voices concerns about the Justice Department being weaponized, political prosecutions and presidential accountability. Blanche’s confirmation now appears increasingly likely after the Republican senator’s announcement.

FFox News2026-08-07 16:00

Republican Senator Bill Cassidy said Friday that he will back Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general. His support clears a path for Blanche to win confirmation by a narrow margin. Blanche’s candidacy had been thrown into doubt after weeks of scrutiny over his actions. Cassidy’s decision represents a major victory for President Donald Trump and his senior aides. Blanche could not afford to lose Cassidy’s vote after two Republican senators pledged to oppose him.

CCNN2026-08-07 15:37

President Trump rejects reports that the U.S. military is running short of munitions, instead pointing to what he calls a “massive stockpile.” The Fox News report also highlights possible criminal prosecution involving Dr. Anthony Fauci and a potential deal concerning the Strait of Hormuz. The item groups these topics under military, national security and foreign-policy coverage. Trump’s comments are presented as a denial of the reported shortage.

FFox News2026-08-06 22:55

A commercial aircraft was permitted to depart from Washington, D.C., on Tuesday afternoon while Marine One was flying nearby. The Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating how the takeoff was allowed. The inquiry is examining the circumstances surrounding the aircraft’s departure near the presidential helicopter.

CCBS News2026-08-06 13:59

Fox News correspondent Trey Yingst reports from Tel Aviv on the latest developments in the conflict. Rebeccah Heinrichs, a senior fellow at the Hudson Institute, also joined Fox & Friends First. The discussion examined efforts to secure a U.S.-Iran deal despite challenges involving Iran’s leadership. The segment additionally focused on President Trump’s response to an alarming report about munitions.

FFox News2026-08-06 10:15

A Voice of America report takes viewers on a close-up tour of the U.S. Navy’s USS Theodore Roosevelt aircraft carrier. It features dozens of carrier-based aircraft, including EA-18G Growler electronic-warfare jets and F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter aircraft. The program also looks at sailors’ everyday routines aboard the carrier and shows its onboard fitness facilities.

VVOA Chinese2026-08-06 03:00

Marine One and a commercial aircraft were involved in a potential close call near Washington, D.C. Fox News senior White House correspondent Peter Doocy discusses the Federal Aviation Administration’s investigation into the incident. The episode has raised questions about aviation safety and air traffic in the area. The investigation is ongoing.

FFox News2026-08-05 20:45

Todd Blanche has cleared a significant obstacle in his effort to become US attorney general. Republicans moved his nomination forward after senators voted in favor of a deal. Questions nevertheless remain about provisions involving Donald Trump's so-called “anti-weaponization” fund and protections against tax-return audits. The vote advances Blanche's nomination but leaves the disputed elements of the agreement under scrutiny.

RReuters2026-08-04 17:41