Todd Blanche Sworn In

Trump's former personal lawyer formally takes the reins at the Justice Department.

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Todd Blanche Sworn In as Attorney General

Todd Blanche, Trump’s former personal lawyer, sworn in as U.S. attorney general - UPI.com

Decision to revive anti-weaponization fund rests with Attorney General Todd Blanche, Trump says

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Todd Blanche, President Donald Trump’s former personal lawyer, was sworn in as U.S. attorney general in a closed Oval Office ceremony after the Senate confirmed him 50-49 early Saturday. Judge Emil Bove, a federal appeals court judge and former Trump defense-team colleague, administered the oath with Trump and Blanche’s family present. Blanche had served as acting attorney general since April, after Trump fired Pam Bondi. His confirmation drew opposition from Republican Sens. Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski, with Bill Cassidy casting the decisive Republican vote.

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Trump and Todd Blanche are turning the Justice Department into a tool of presidential power rather than independent law enforcement. Their actions show political influence over prosecutions, protection of Trump’s interests, and a loss of credibility with the courts.