Donald Trump faces Republican infighting over Todd Blanche nomination and anti‑Fauci attacks

President Donald Trump is pressing the Senate on two contentious issues that are deepening divisions within the Republican Party. He continues to urge senators to pass the so‑called “SAVE America” legislation despite its slim chances of approval, and he has insisted that Todd Blanche be confirmed as Attorney General. Blanche’s record, including his role in the January 6‑related legal matters and the controversial “instrumentalization” fund, has sparked opposition from several GOP senators, notably Thom Tillis of North Carolina and John Cornyn of Texas, who demand written limits on the agreement.

At the same time, Republican leaders have launched an aggressive campaign against Dr. Anthony Fauci, accusing him of crimes against humanity and other misconduct. Representative Anna Paulina Luna called him “Dr. ‘Mengele’ Fauci,” and Senator Tommy Tuberville claimed Fauci was linked to the deaths of nine million people. Trump, who previously praised Fauci and awarded him a presidential honor, has remained largely silent on the accusations, signaling discomfort with the party’s crusade against the former pandemic adviser.