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Trump Slams Republican Lisa Murkowski as 'Traitor' in Twisted Todd Blanche Victory Lap

Murkowski opposed Blanche’s confirmation and explained her concerns about politicization and his record.

Trump Slams Republican Lisa Murkowski as 'Traitor' in Twisted Todd Blanche Victory Lap
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This article1 analysis · Oct 1, 2026
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Donald Trump attacked Sen. Lisa Murkowski online after she opposed Todd Blanche’s 50-49 Senate confirmation as attorney general. Murkowski said concerns about politicization and Blanche’s record drove her vote; Sen. Bill Cassidy supported confirmation.

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Lisa Murkowski
R · AK · SEN

Alaska senator who voted against Todd Blanche’s confirmation

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who attacked Murkowski after her vote

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Todd Blanche
R · Attorney General

Attorney general confirmed by the Senate

Former attorney general referenced in a shared post

Susan M. Collins
R · ME · SEN

Maine senator who voted against Blanche’s nomination

Bill Cassidy
R · LA · SEN

Louisiana senator who said he would vote to confirm Blanche

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Senate Confirms Todd Blanche as Attorney General

The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general, and Lisa Murkowski voted against his confirmation. Left-leaning outlets cast Murkowski’s opposition as a setback for Trump’s nominee and highlight Trump’s response. Center outlets focus on the narrow confirmation alongside concerns about Justice Department independence and the proposed fund. Right-leaning outlets emphasize confirmation despite Republican opposition, while also including criticism of Murkowski and coverage of Trump’s attack on her.

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