Republican senator Thom Tillis recently met together with White House officials to support Todd Blanche’s confirmation as U.S. attorney. Critics claim say Tillis, formerly a vocal champion, now has less pull. The Senate suffered the loss of an influential member when Lindsey Graham died on July 14. This leaves more openings for top positions. The GOP debated the SAVE Act throughout the week. Backers pressed strongly, but others labeled the effort weak. They maintained the bill lacked a solid plan.