Dan Scavino, Deputy White House Chief of Staff, stated on June 4, 2026, that Todd Blanche's Senate confirmation as Attorney General is expected to proceed quickly. Scavino announced that President Donald Trump intends to nominate Blanche for the position after he has served as acting Attorney General since the dismissal of Pam Bondi in April. If Blanche faces difficulties in the Senate, a precedent set by former acting Labor Secretary Julie Su could allow him to continue in his role without confirmation.
The Government Accountability Office determined that Su could remain in her position while her nomination was pending, which some Republicans criticized as circumventing the Senate's role. Blanche's nomination is anticipated to face opposition from Democrats, particularly following controversy surrounding a proposed $1.8 billion fund related to government abuses. Although Blanche has previously been confirmed as Deputy Attorney General, some Republicans, including Senator John Cornyn, have expressed the need for further assurances before supporting his nomination. Senator Thom Tillis acknowledged Blanche's credentials but raised concerns regarding his views on the January 6 Capitol riot.
Blanche can continue to serve as acting Attorney General while awaiting Senate action, as he is covered under a statute that permits this dual role. Thomas Berry from the Cato Institute noted that Blanche's previous confirmation as Deputy Attorney General may also allow him to qualify under the Federal Vacancies Reform Act. The nomination process is expected to unfold traditionally, but if challenges arise, Republicans may utilize similar procedural strategies as those they previously criticized.