Republican Sen. John Cornyn says there is not yet an agreement in place between him and the Trump administration regarding the nomination of Todd Blanche as attorney general. Cornyn, whose support is needed for Blanche to advance, said the two sides have not reached a deal that would ensure he votes for the nomination when it is taken up. He indicated that without such assurances, Blanche could face delays or remain stalled at the Senate Judiciary Committee level rather than moving forward.
Both reports describe Cornyn’s comments as addressing speculation that an understanding had been reached. Cornyn frames the situation as unresolved, emphasizing that there is no formal “deal” to pave the way for his support. The comments come ahead of a key Thursday vote tied to the nomination process, underscoring the timing of his public statements and their potential impact on whether the nomination can proceed.
