Thune Says Blanche Confirmation Fight Is No Sure Thing

Senate Majority Leader John Thune says it is “hard to say” whether Blanche can win confirmation as attorney general. That uncertainty shows how much of a fight nominations can become when the Senate actually does its job and scrutinizes the president’s picks. The confirmation battle could test GOP unity and how hard Republicans are willing to push back on a controversial nominee. Washington process may be slow, but accountability still matters. Read more about this...