Published August 6, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET · Updated August 7, 2026 at 12:06 PM ET
Senator Cassidy backs Todd Blanche, clearing his path to the nomination
8 independent outlets are covering this story, first reported here by Just the News. Verification: Confirmed (how we verify). Every headline links to the original reporting.
Senator Bill Cassidy announced he will vote to confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general. Cassidy was a critical Republican holdout whose support appears to clear the path for Blanche's confirmation.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 17 hr ago, when Just the News reported it. Coverage has since grown to 8 independent outlets, including 5 wire/mainstream feeds. The most recent report came 1 hr ago from New York Times.
