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Trump Nominates Key Allies for Justice Department Roles Amid Ongoing Legal Challenges

President-elect Trump nominates Todd Blanche, Emil Bove, and D. John Sauer to influential positions in the Justice Department, prioritizing loyalty and reshaping its mission.

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Updated: Nov 15th, 2024, 6:54 PM ET

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President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Todd Blanche as Deputy Attorney General, Emil Bove as Principal Associate Deputy Attorney General, and D. John Sauer as Solicitor General. These nominations underline Trump's approach to staffing the Justice Department with loyal supporters amidst ongoing legal disputes. Blanche, Bove, and Sauer, all experienced legal professionals with ties to Trump's defense, exemplify a strategy aimed at prioritizing political loyalty over traditional independence within the department. Trump's choice of Matt Gaetz for Attorney General raises further concerns regarding the potential politicization of federal law enforcement.

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