Blanche’s High-Stakes AG Nomination | Raleigh News

Todd Blanche’s bid to become permanent Attorney General is hanging by a thread as he faces a hostile Senate Judiciary Committee, where Democrats are poised to vote no and every Republican vote is critical. Since taking the reins in April, Blanche has drawn fire for aggressively targeting Trump’s political rivals, pushing controversial investigations—including a high-profile indictment of James Comey—and leading a fund meant to aid Republican allies. His tough stance on media leaks has alarmed press freedom advocates, while his past ties to Trump and his role in a botched $1.776 billion settlement have drawn judicial scrutiny. With over 1,200 former DOJ employees voicing opposition and senators like John Cornyn and Thom Tillis undecided, Blanche must convince skeptical Republicans that he’s not weaponizing the Justice Department—even as he defends the president’s right to engage with DOJ matters. 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/f79138a0b006cb8f