Culture · Kalshi ·August 5, 2026 ·Edited by Samuel Jo

Senate Advances Todd Blanche's Attorney General Nomination

The Senate Judiciary Committee has voted to advance Todd Blanche's nomination for Attorney General, paving the way for a final vote in the full Senate. The decisive factor was the deal struck by Senator John Cornyn, which addressed concerns over a holdup on an 'anti-weaponization' fund. This move was a key victory for the Trump administration, which had been pushing for Blanche's confirmation. Despite being a heavy favorite in the market, with odds of 99% in its favor, the crowd ultimately missed the outcome, as the market's favored side, 'Trump (3+ times)', lost. The margin was not immediately clear, but the deal struck by Cornyn was seen as a crucial factor in the committee's decision.

Background

The nomination had been a contentious issue, with some senators expressing concerns over Blanche's past comments on vaccines. However, the deal struck by Cornyn helped to alleviate these concerns, and the committee ultimately voted to advance the nomination. The road to this result had been marked by back-and-forth negotiations between the Trump administration and Senate Republicans.

The precedent

• This is the second time in recent history that a Senate committee has advanced a nomination for Attorney General in the face of opposition from some senators.

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What to watch

The next step will be a final vote in the full Senate, where Blanche's nomination will need to receive a majority vote to be confirmed. The outcome is not certain, but the deal struck by Cornyn has given the administration a significant boost.

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