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    Senators question Blanche on Trump loyalty, Jan. 6 cases and Epstein files

    7/15/2026 - 6:55 pm

    Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee for testimony on his nomination to serve permanently in the role. Blanche faced questions about his record as President Trump's personal lawyer, the fate of a proposed settlement fund for people who claim they were targeted by the DOJ and his handling of the Epstein files. Justice correspondent Ali Rogan reports.

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    Trump's intelligence nominee refuses to say who won 2020 election

    7/15/2026 - 6:50 pm

    Jay Clayton appeared before the Senate Intelligence Committee for his confirmation hearing to become director of national intelligence. The job is largely focused on foreign threats and national security, but much of the hearing focused instead on the recent past. Nick Schifrin reports and discusses the hearing with Fred Fleitz, who had a 25 year career in the intelligence community.

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