Trump Nominates Todd Blanche as Attorney General
Donald Trump has nominated Todd Blanche, a former personal lawyer of his, to serve as attorney general on a permanent basis. Blanche had been serving as acting attorney general since April. The White House has sent his nomination to the Senate, where it is expected to face opposition.
Donald Trump nominated Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general on a permanent basis. Blanche had been serving as acting attorney general since April, according to reports from other and western outlets. He is a former personal lawyer of Trump. The White House has sent his nomination to the Senate. According to the Hindu, Pam Bondi was fired as attorney general by Donald Trump. CNBC.com reported that Todd Blanche is currently the deputy attorney general. Al Jazeera reported that Todd Blanche has faced controversy over the Epstein files and January 6. Blanche's nomination is seen as a reward for loyalty and will face difficult Senate confirmation due to controversy.
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