Blanche rescinds Trump fund to ease attorney general confirmation

Acting US Attorney General Todd Blanche has rescinded a fund intended to support allies of President Donald Trump, a move that removes a hurdle in his path to confirmation as attorney general. The decision, made in writing ahead of his nomination hearing, follows threats from Republican senators to block his bid. Blanche's action addresses concerns about the so-called 'anti-weaponization' fund, which critics saw as a potential tool for political retribution. The withdrawal is seen as a strategic step to secure the necessary support for his confirmation vote.