Todd Blanche's nomination to become attorney general took an important step Tuesday, after the Senate Judiciary Committee approved his candidacy following weeks of negotiations between Republican lawmakers and the Justice Department.

The breakthrough came after Republican Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis withdrew their objections, once Blanche agreed to modify aspects related to a controversial $1.8 billion fund that had generated divisions within her own party. Now, the nomination will go to the full Senate, where it only requires a simple majority to be confirmed.

Schumer accuses Blanche of protecting Trump

While Republicans celebrated the progress of the candidacy, Democrats redoubled their criticism. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer questioned the candidate's independence and assured that he continues to politically favor President Donald Trump.

"Todd Blanche has not changed. Nor should the votes of those who planned to oppose his confirmation change," Schumer said.

The senator also maintained that Blanche “has not yet published the 3 million pages of the Epstein files” and stated that “she does not have the necessary skills to be attorney general,” insisting that she has benefited the president in various legal matters.

Republicans defend his appointment

On the Republican side, John Cornyn thanked Blanche for her willingness to negotiate and assured that concerns about the agreement with the IRS were addressed.

“I am glad that we were able to address these issues here in the committee, so that this nomination can move forward,” declared the Texas senator.

Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley also endorsed the nominee, saying the Justice Department has “thrived under his leadership” as acting attorney general.

Although Blanche managed to overcome one of the main obstacles to reach the top position in the Department of Justice, the political debate is far from over. Democrats maintain doubts about his independence from Trump and warn that, if confirmed, he will continue to privilege the president's interests over the autonomy of the institution.

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