Processing ContentThe move potentially clears the way for Blanche's confirmation as attorney general. Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Chuck Grassley has rescheduled a vote for Tuesday to advance Blanche's nomination to the Senate floor. Blanche can't afford a single defection in the committee given that every Democrat is expected to oppose him. If Tillis and Cornyn both back Blanche, he would still need to avoid significant defections on the Senate floor. Republicans are seeking to confirm Blanche before leaving for their scheduled August recess at the end of the week.