Good evening. This snapshot of stories and roundup is recommended just for you, based on your interests and reading history. | | | | Acting attorney general Todd Blanche speaks during a news conference in June. (Manuel Balce Ceneta/AP) | | | | | | | What to know Acting attorney general Todd Blanche formally rescinded the Trump administration's proposal to set aside $1.8 billion in a fund for those who claim to be victims of political persecution. This comes after a formal agreement between Blanche and GOP Sens. John Cornyn (Texas) and Thom Tillis (North Carolina), who threatened to vote against Blanche's attorney general nomination because of concerns regarding the fund. Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed. | | | | | How was today's newsletter? | | | | | | | | |