A Tainted Appointment: The Confirmation of Todd Blanche as US Attorney General The confirmation of Todd Blanche, former personal lawyer to Donald Trump, as the United States attorney general has sparked widespread concern about the politicization of the Justice Department.
Despite a narrow vote in his favor, Blanche's appointment raises questions about the independence of this crucial agency and its ability to uphold the rule of law.
Blanche's background is marred by several red flags that should have disqualified him from consideration for the top spot at the Justice Department.