Senate Judiciary Democrats on Monday called an Epstein victim to testify before the committee and and address questions about Todd Blanche’s conduct.
Survivor groups issued a public service announcement the same day, pressing senators to vote against his nomination for attorney general.
Blanche, who is serving as acting attorney general, faces an precarious path to a permanent appointment as a key confirmation hearing approaches.
A Bloomberg report listed 19 unanswered questions about his tenure, and a recent judge’s ruling singled out the controversy as a threat to his confirmation.
The mounting pressure from lawmakers and survivor advocates creates new hurdles to Blanche’s bid for the highest justice role.