The Republican-controlled Senate narrowly confirmed Todd Blanche as Attorney General in a late-night vote with a razor-thin 50-49 margin, marking a significant milestone in the Trump administration's cabinet appointments. Blanche becomes the second attorney general confirmed during Trump's return to the presidency, following an intensely contested confirmation process that highlighted deep partisan divisions. The close vote underscores the polarized political landscape and the contentious nature of high-profile executive branch nominations in the current Congress.

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