Trump administration profile: Todd Blanche
The Senate narrowly confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general after a contentious confirmation process that raised bipartisan concerns. Blanche has since been sworn in and addressed Justice Department staff, promising to strengthen the department's core values.
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26 sourcesTodd Blanche sworn in as attorney general after bruising confirmation battle
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54 sourcesTodd Blanche is sworn in as attorney general after a bruising confirmation fight
Todd Blanche, Trump’s former personal lawyer, sworn in as U.S. attorney general
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Senate Narrowly Confirms Todd Blanche as Attorney General Despite GOP Defections
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6 articlesTodd Blanche, Trump’s former personal lawyer, sworn in as US attorney general
Trump loyalist Todd Blanche confirmed by Senate as US attorney general
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The story so far
2 developments- Aug 7Senate narrowly confirms Todd Blanche US attorney general in overnight vote
- Aug 9Todd Blanche sworn in as attorney general after bruising confirmation fight
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Quiet for 69 daysLast development · Aug 9 — Todd Blanche sworn in as attorney general after bruising confirmation fight