On the recordAugust 4, 2026
The position of Attorney General is too important to be held by someone unwilling to say no to the President, which is exactly why I will be voting no on his nomination.
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durbin.senate.govEditor's note · Context
Conclusion of statement on Todd Blanche's nomination.
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