Todd Blanche confirmed as Trump‑aligned Attorney General

Todd Blanche, who served as acting attorney general after Pam Bondi’s dismissal, was confirmed by the Senate in an overnight vote of 50‑49, making him the first Trump‑appointed attorney general under the current administration.

Critics argued his close ties to the former president could jeopardise the department’s independence, while supporters praised his legal experience and loyalty.

The vote underscored the increasingly polarized nature of Senate confirmations, with several Republican senators breaking ranks.

Blanche now faces the task of steering the Justice Department through ongoing investigations into the 2020 election and other high‑profile cases.