Published August 7, 2026 at 7:06 AM ET · Updated August 7, 2026 at 2:03 PM ET
Today In Republicans Being Useless: Murkowski Tries (But Fails) To Sink Blanche Confirmation
2 independent outlets are covering this story, first reported here by Axios. Verification: Confirmed (how we verify). Every headline links to the original reporting.
Senator Lisa Murkowski announced her opposition to the confirmation of Blanche. Her opposition threatened his confirmation but ultimately failed to block it.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 7 hr ago, when Axios reported it. Coverage has since grown to 2 independent outlets, including 1 wire/mainstream feed. The most recent report came 2 hr ago from The Federalist.
