Todd Blanche is narrowly confirmed as Trump's attorney general in an overnight Senate vote
- Posted on August 8, 2026
- By Star Tribune
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In brief
In an early Saturday morning Senate session, Todd Blanche secured confirmation as Attorney General, marking a significant moment in Trump's second administration. The narrow vote reflects the contentious nature of his appointment, as Blanche transitions from serving as the former president's personal counsel to leading the Department of Justice. This confirmation grants Trump considerable influence over the nation's top law enforcement agency through a trusted ally.
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Todd Blanche is narrowly confirmed as Trump's attorney general in an overnight Senate vote
The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general in a vote early Saturday, cementing the command of President Donald Trump's former personal lawyer at a Department of Justice that Trump has sought to bend to his will.
