Blanche Confirmed as Attorney General; Iran-Oman Strait Deal Remains Unresolved

Why it matters locally: The confirmation of a new U.S. Attorney General means a new leader for the Department of Justice, which oversees federal law enforcement operations that can impact Pennsylvania, including investigations and prosecutions within the state.

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The U.S. Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as the nation's new attorney general. This confirmation followed a process that culminated in his approval for the position. In separate international developments, a proposed deal between Iran and Oman to control the Strait of Hormuz has encountered delays. Both nations have engaged in discussions regarding the strategic waterway, but have not reached a final agreement.