DOJ AG Blanche block + marijuana Sch III + anti-DEI FAR accel + Fraud TF [developing]
Key Questions
Why is Sen. Tillis threatening to block Blanche's AG confirmation?
Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC) warns of blocking Todd Blanche's AG confirmation over J6 handling, calling it 'dangerous waters.' He demands serious attention to January 6 cases.
What is the DOJ's order on marijuana reclassification?
Acting AG Todd Blanche ordered immediate marijuana reclassification to Schedule III, with a June hearing and tax relief. This applies to state-licensed operations.
What are the FAR Council instructions on EO 14398?
FAR Council's April 17 memo accelerates anti-DEI implementation via EO 14398, adding clauses to new contracts from April 24 and modifications by July 24.
What has the Fraud Task Force achieved?
The Fraud TF halted $340M in schemes. The DOJ's National Fraud Enforcement Division is prosecuting taxpayer theft.
What deadlines to watch for this highlight?
Key dates include Senate actions on Tillis/Blanche, FAR deadlines (4/24 new contracts, 7/24 mods), and the June marijuana hearing.
Tillis (R-NC) threatens Blanche AG conf block over J6; Blanche orders immediate marijuana reclass Sch III (June hearing/tax relief); FAR Council 4/17 memo: EO14398 clause new contracts 4/24/mods 7/24; Fraud TF halts $340M schemes. Watch Senate/Tillis/FAR deadlines/June hearing.