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DOJ AG Blanche block + marijuana Sch III + anti-DEI FAR accel + Fraud TF [developing]

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.

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Updated Apr 24, 2026