Trump's views can factor into prosecutions, Attorney General Todd Blanche says
Summary
Attorney General Todd Blanche said he would consider President Donald Trump's views when deciding on prosecutions and did not promise the Justice Department (DOJ) would always act independently from the White House. Blanche explained that as head of the executive branch, President Trump has a role in DOJ decisions.Key Facts
- Todd Blanche, the new U.S. Attorney General, said he would consider President Trump's opinions on individual criminal cases.
- Blanche refused to promise that the DOJ would always act without influence from the White House.
- He said the president, as the elected leader, naturally has input on DOJ decisions.
- President Trump has publicly named people he wants prosecuted, such as James Comey and Letitia James.
- The DOJ has filed charges against some of these targets, though some cases were dismissed by judges.
- Blanche noted that Trump expects disagreement and that he (Blanche) is willing to oppose Trump on legal issues.
- Blanche was confirmed by the Senate just before these interviews and previously warmed up a Trump event supporting Republican candidates.
- Blanche has previously said the DOJ is part of the executive branch, which is headed by the president, meaning Trump controls DOJ policy direction.
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