Senator John Cornyn is exerting influence over the White House's nominees. His concerns are currently impacting the nomination of Todd Blanche as US attorney general. The Senate Judiciary Committee has postponed a vote on Blanche's nomination due to Cornyn's unresolved issues with the Department of Justice.

Cornyn is seeking certain assurances before voting on the nomination. Further details on the situation and its implications are available from the San Antonio Current.