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Blanche nomination at risk of delay as senator seeks assurances on Trump settlement
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Alanna Durkin Richer And Joey Cappelletti, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the nomination and the senator's concerns are available from KSAT 12.
A vote on a nomination is uncertain due to a senator's concerns. The Senate Judiciary Committee is set to vote on advancing a candidate to the full Senate. However, a key senator has called off a meeting with the nominee, citing unresolved issues.
The nominee has been serving in an acting capacity since a previous official was fired. A senator is seeking more information about a settlement involving a lawsuit. Further details about the nomination and the senator's concerns are available from KSAT 12.
The nomination process may be delayed if the issues are not addressed.
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Category: government Published: July 29, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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