Todd Blanche, Trump’s former personal lawyer, sworn in as US attorney general
Summary
Todd Blanche has officially become the US attorney general after being confirmed by the Senate. He previously worked as President Donald Trump’s personal lawyer and was acting attorney general since April.Key Facts
- Todd Blanche was sworn in as US attorney general at a White House ceremony on Monday.
- Blanche had been serving as acting attorney general since April.
- The Senate confirmed his appointment by a close vote of 50-49.
- The Senate is controlled by the Republican Party.
- All Democratic senators voted against his confirmation.
- Blanche worked as President Donald Trump’s personal attorney before this role.
- He now leads the Department of Justice.
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