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Senate Delays Todd Blanche's Nomination Vote

Read this news story in English at three levels, easy, standard, and advanced (B1–C1) — with vocabulary and a comprehension quiz.

The Senate committee has postponed the vote on Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general. This decision comes amid ongoing discussions about various political issues.

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The Senate judiciary committee has delayed the vote on Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general. This decision comes as various political issues are being discussed, including Trump's desire for more power to impose tariffs related to Russia and Iran. Other significant events include the ongoing situation regarding Iran's nuclear program and the testimony of Anthony Fauci before the Senate.

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Test your understanding

01What action did the Senate committee take regarding Todd Blanche's nomination?

02What other significant political issue is mentioned in the article?

03What does Trump want more power to impose tariffs on?

Discussion

What impact do you think the delay in Todd Blanche's nomination will have on U.S. politics?

Vocabulary

  • nomination word

    the act of proposing someone for a position

    The Senate committee is discussing Todd Blanche's nomination.

  • committee word

    a group of people appointed for a specific function

    The Senate committee is responsible for voting on nominations.

  • postpone word

    to delay something to a later time

    They decided to postpone the vote on the nomination.

  • tariff word

    a tax imposed on imported goods

    Trump wants more power to impose tariffs.

  • testimony word

    a formal statement given in a court or before a committee

    Fauci's testimony before the Senate is highly anticipated.