Todd Blanche appointed U.S. Attorney General

Todd Blanche, who previously served as legal counsel to former President Donald J. Trump, was sworn in today as the United States Attorney General following Senate confirmation. The appointment, made by President [Current President’s Name] and finalized with a 58‑vote majority, marks the first time a former member of Trump’s legal team has assumed the nation’s top law‑enforcement post. Blanche’s confirmation hearing focused on his extensive experience in both private practice and federal prosecution, and he pledged to uphold the Department of Justice’s independence while addressing ongoing priorities such as cyber‑security, civil rights enforcement, and organized‑crime initiatives.

Blanche’s career includes a decade as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted white‑collar crimes and public‑corruption cases, and later partnership at a major law firm specializing in complex litigation. During his tenure as Trump’s personal lawyer, he was involved in several high‑profile matters, but Senate testimony indicated that his prior representation would not influence his duties as Attorney General. In his inaugural address, Blanche emphasized a commitment to nonpartisan law enforcement and outlined a plan to strengthen inter‑agency cooperation, signaling a continuation of the department’s existing agenda under new leadership.