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The early-morning 50-49 vote grants President Donald Trump's former criminal defense lawyer a full stint as the head of the Justice Department, which has been rocked by vacancies and controversies.
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Todd Blanche, who has served as acting attorney general since April, eked out Senate approval, despite growing unease about his willingness to rein in President Trump.
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Republican attacks have focused on terrorism and illegal immigration, while Democrats have sought to capitalize on the unpopularity of President Trump's cuts to Medicaid.
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The president moved this week to counter legal defeats on ending birthright citizenship and firing a Fed governor, while seeking the justices' help with his ballroom.
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Some officials warn that a more hard-line leader could emerge if the Trump administration moves forward with its plans.
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(First column, 1st story, link)
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Immigration authorities used a rare authority to deport them, even though their removal was blocked over concerns they would be tortured if returned.
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) said she will not support President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Justice Department.
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