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Senator Tillis withholds AG vote pending meeting with Epstein survivors

Senator Thom Tillis has stated he will not vote to confirm Todd Blanche as the permanent Attorney General until Blanche meets with survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse. Tillis indicated that Blanche's willingness to meet with the survivors was a key factor, and he expects this meeting to occur before he can support the nomination in the Senate Judiciary Committee. This stance could prevent Blanche's confirmation if Tillis remains the sole Republican objector. AI

RANK_REASON Significant political action related to a high-profile nomination and a sensitive historical figure. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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Senator Tillis withholds AG vote pending meeting with Epstein survivors

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Josephine Walker ·

    Tillis withholds Blanche vote until AG pick meets Epstein survivors

    <p>Outgoing Sen. <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/24/trump-senate-republicans-save-act-cassidy" target="_blank">Thom Tillis</a> (R-N.C.) said Thursday he will not vote to confirm acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to the permanent role until Blanche meets with survivors o…