Blanche Confirmed as AG Amid Scrutiny | Lubbock News

Todd Blanche is now officially Attorney General after Senate confirmation, stepping into a high-stakes role as the Justice Department grapples with internal turmoil and mounting legal challenges. Appointed to lead amid a wave of departures and presidential pressure, Blanche — who’s long defended Trump against accusations of Justice Department weaponization — sees the president’s interest as a duty, not a burden. With a history of representing Trump in criminal cases, his close ties to the White House could empower him to push back more forcefully than his predecessor, all while navigating intense scrutiny from courts and the public. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0322a14f77374f42