Trump’s former personal lawyer narrowly confirmed as US attorney general | News

Senate confirms Todd Blanche in narrow vote despite concerns over independence of office. Published On 8 Aug 20268 Aug 2026 President Donald Trump’s former personal lawyer Todd Blanche has been confirmed as United States attorney general, despite bipartisan concerns over the politicisation of the Justice Department. The Senate, which is narrowly controlled by Republicans, confirmed…

Trump’s former personal lawyer narrowly confirmed as US attorney general | News