Blanche Clears Hurdle as Collins Signals Opposition
August 5, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via The New York Times
Trump administration nominee Blanche has cleared an important procedural hurdle, but faces a significant obstacle with Senator Collins signaling she will vote against confirmation. Collins' opposition highlights the ongoing challenge of securing reliable Republican votes for Trump's picks, even on nominees who clear initial scrutiny. This dynamic underscores the reality that some Senate Republicans remain unpredictable on key Trump administration appointments. Read more about this...