Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche formally rescinded the $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization fund" on Sunday, a move that removed a major obstacle to his confirmation as U.S. attorney general.
Two Republican senators who had raised concerns about Blanche last week said Monday they will vote to advance his nomination. Their support clears the way for a Senate vote on his bid to lead the Justice Department.
The order rescinding the fund came just days before the senators announced their decision. Blanche had faced opposition after the fund, which was created to prevent the Justice Department from being used for political purposes, drew scrutiny from GOP lawmakers.
By eliminating the fund, Blanche addressed the senators' objections and secured their backing. The senators, who had threatened to block his nomination, now say they will support moving it forward.
Blanche's confirmation is seen as a step toward stabilizing leadership at the Justice Department. The vote to advance his nomination is expected to take place soon.