The president linked the move to his efforts to pass voting restrictions and said Jay Clayton’s hearing would be delayed until his replacement as U.S. attorney is confirmed.
Trump says intelligence chief pick’s hearing is off and Pulte will remain for now
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Tue 02:06 - Washington Examiner
Blanche meets with Grassley as he looks to secure attorney general confirmation
Tue 16:21 - Fox News
Todd Blanche earns attorney general bid endorsement from law enforcement alliance ahead of confirmation
Tue 22:57 - Washington Examiner
Todd Blanche meets with GOP skeptics as Senate sets confirmation hearing
Wed 10:00 - The Hill
Todd Blanche faces rocky Senate confirmation process for attorney general
Wed 10:20 - Fox News
Trump says Senate hearing on DNI nominee is cancelled until US attorney replacement confirmed
Wed 11:00 - Washington Examiner
Trump ‘canceling’ Jay Clayton hearing, throwing quick confirmation into further doubt
Wed 13:12 - Washington Post
Trump says intelligence chief pick’s hearing is off and Pulte will remain for now