Trump's Losing Grip on the Senate: A Tale of Leverage and Loyalty The latest twist in Donald Trump's relationship with his party is a stark reminder that even entrenched loyalty can be undone by a mercurial leader's whims.
The temporary withdrawal of Todd Blanche's nomination as permanent Attorney General, amid concerns over the "anti weaponization fund" and Trump's settlement with the IRS, marks a significant shift in dynamics between Trump and his Republican allies.
Thom Tillis and John Cornyn, committee holdouts, have cited concerns over the fund's potential misuse as reason for their opposition.