Todd Blanche.
American attorney (born 1974)
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Active this week
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Donald Trump nominated Todd Blanche to lead the Justice Department, leading to discussions about confirmation chances and potential criminal contempt charges.Well supported43 reports6 developments inside
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The U.S. Federal Government investigated threats made against the president, involving Todd Blanche.Well supported3 reports
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Allegations surfaced that Donald Trump is trying to hide his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, while Todd Blanche allegedly builds roadblocks to protect him.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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Todd Blanche is under scrutiny and facing a lawsuit regarding his handling of Epstein files and compliance with the Transparency Act.Well supported12 reports
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Todd Blanche was appointed to succeed Pam Bondi's office, following her service as Attorney General under Donald Trump.Well supported13 reports3 developments inside
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Trump is facing economic pessimism and affordability issues while his nomination advances through the Senate Judiciary Committee, with CNBC reporting on his polling decline.Well supported4 reports
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DOJ provided a federal award for victim assistance to the American Samoa Criminal Justice Planning Agency.Some support1 report
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Naval Base San Diego is a US Navy installation, where Todd Blanche serves as Deputy Attorney General and John A. Eisenberg serves as Assistant Attorney General.Some support1 report
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Trump plans to nominate Todd Blanche to lead the department as the next Attorney General, following his previous work in an acting capacity.Well supported28 reports2 developments inside
Earlier this month
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The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced Todd Blanche's nomination, while Tillis shifted from previously holding up the process to allowing it to move forward.Some support2 reports
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Under the watchful eye of Judge Sullivan, Todd Blanche is managing court orders concerning the files of Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein, while a lawsuit from Katie Phang presses the issue.Some support1 report
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Brennan warns of future investigations into Trump's conduct, specifically mentioning potential corruption involving Attorney General Blanche.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Todd Blanche addressed questions regarding his communications with the Associated Press as part of an ongoing investigation into matters connected to Brennan's client.Some support1 report
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Finstad, Stauber, and Fischbach are calling on Todd Blanche to review a case involving a shooting at Loring Park, based on findings by Mary Moriarty.Some support1 report
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Federal prosecutors target SBA fraud in Oklahoma City, involving Vance's task force and Todd Blanche's commentary.Some support1 report
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Todd Blanche spoke on behalf of federal authorities regarding a case before a federal grand jury in the Northern District of Iowa, while in Kansas City.Some support1 report
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Ro Khanna called for the impeachment of Todd Blanche, while Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna passed a relevant law.Some support1 report
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A lawsuit is underway where a judge presides over the plaintiff's suit, and Todd Blanche is representing the defendant.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Judge Williams ruled on Trump's lawsuit, leading to a settlement signed by Blanche and ethics complaints against Blanche.Some support1 report
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The American Civil Liberties Union filed a lawsuit regarding court data in Hartford, and Todd Blanche has been named in the case.Some support1 report
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Todd Blanche announced that he is facing prosecution involving the Federal Bureau of Investigation, while Kash Patel serves as the FBI Director.Well supported3 reports
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Donald Trump attempts to influence Colorado elections while Todd Blanche's confirmation and DOJ resignations are reported.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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Joe diGenova resigned and was tapped to lead the investigation into Donald Trump's case, reporting to Todd Blanche.Some support1 report
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Todd Blanche praised Donald Trump regarding his administration's successful turnaround on crime policies.Some support1 report
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Crew filed an amicus brief in Virginia federal court amid watchdog allegations regarding Trump's immunity and a tax leak battle.Some support1 report
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The administration, led by Todd Blanche, has introduced a new rule to ease firearms restrictions and bypass Congressional barriers.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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An investigation into 2020 election results in Georgia has targeted Donald Trump, Todd Blanche, and Mark Warner.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Blanche's hearings are prompting questions about the DOJ, while lawmakers scrutinize Patel's trips related to Trump-Russia matters and the Ukraine deadlock.Some support23 reports2 developments inside
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The defamation case centers on Ghislaine Maxwell's statements, which are crucial to the ongoing allegations involving Donald Trump.Well supported5 reports
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Claims made by Ty Cobb suggest DHS officials are investigating various states, involving Todd Blanche and Stephen Miller.Some support2 reports
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Donald Trump has ordered the Department of Homeland Security to pursue criminal charges, with the matter potentially being taken to the Supreme Court. Todd Blanche serves as his personal attorney.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Hochul sends a letter to Attorney General Todd Blanche regarding the framework tied to the Supreme Court's Olmstead decision, urging the Trump administration to preserve federal enforcement.Some support1 report
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Todd Blanche, the White House Attorney General, made statements regarding political meddling and his professional relationship with Donald Trump.Some support3 reports
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Due to his absence, Mitch McConnell missed critical votes in the Senate regarding war powers resolutions concerning Iran, impacting the confirmation of Attorney General Todd Blanche.Some support1 report
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Congress blocked the gun rights restoration program by refusing necessary ATF funds.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Paul A. Engelmayer reviewed claims involving counsel Todd Blanche.Some support2 reports
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Todd Blanche is questioned regarding the improper redaction of Jeffrey Epstein's case files, potentially linking DP World as a co-conspirator.Some support11 reports3 developments inside
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Files related to the Epstein case were discovered on Scribd and shared publicly, with Todd Blanche commenting on the DOJ's dismissal of the files.Some support1 report
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Appointments were made for judges in the specialized removal court, concurrent with Todd Blanche serving in the capacity of Acting Attorney General for the United States.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Following Trump's nomination, Senate votes on Todd Blanche's confirmation reveal Cassidy's support and Murkowski's refusal.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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Todd Blanche is hired as Michael Cohen's attorney while Donald Trump and Cohen record a podcast.Some support2 reports
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Todd Blanche announced charges in healthcare fraud schemes, resulting in the stoppage of over $1 billion in federal Medicaid payments in Minnesota.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Todd Blanche serves as Acting Attorney General regarding a specific plot.Well supported5 reports3 developments inside
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Bill Cassidy confirmed Todd Blanche as Attorney General.Some support1 report
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A prior memorandum outlined a temporary plan for NFED involving Todd Blanche and the department.Some support1 report
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On August 18, 2026, letters were exchanged between Senator Dick Durbin, Raja Krishnamoorthi, and Todd Blanche regarding ongoing court chaos in Illinois.Some support3 reports
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The Senate voted to confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general, supporting Donald Trump through his many convictions.Well supported9 reports1 development inside
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Liz Oyer, former pardon attorney for the Trump administration, faced attacks from senators over her decisions and defended Todd Blanche's qualifications.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Liz Oyer critiques Todd Blanche regarding ethical concerns, coinciding with reports of presidential pressure on the Department of Justice's independence.Some support1 report
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Todd Blanche led the administration's push for gun law changes.Some support27 reports1 development inside
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The Attorney General's office is operating under executive branch influence, with the President providing direction to the AG.Well supported25 reports1 development inside
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Donald Trump and Todd Blanche appear on NBC to address government claims and defend against January 6th payment allegations.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump, Bill Cassidy, and Todd Blanche are involved in discussions regarding executive orders on vaccine recommendations and the confirmation of a new Attorney General nominee.Some support1 report
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Todd Blanche is running the Department of Justice (DOJ) handling Donald Trump's legal case.Well supported16 reports7 developments inside
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Robert Garcia suggests that Donald Trump committed impeachable offenses, while Todd Blanche is accused of shielding the president from conversations.Some support1 report
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Todd Blanche campaigned for Bruce Blakeman in New York, while Blakeman aims to defeat Kathy Hochul.Some support1 report
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Todd Blanche rescinded Trump's Anti-Weaponization Fund, while John Cornyn sought DOJ documentation and Thom Tillis remained a key holdout.Well supported10 reports1 development inside
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Tillis and Cornyn opposed Todd Blanche's nomination, and Tillis initiated an inquiry into fund ties.Some support1 report
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Supreme Court rulings define limits of executive power.Some support2 reports
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Trump's political enemies are facing prosecutions handled by the DOJ, which Todd Blanche is overseeing in Donald Trump's case.Some support2 reports
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News at the entities that move Todd Blanche most-
department StructuralThe DOJ is seeking to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the NAACP against XAI over pollution related to its data center in Memphis.Moves Todd Blanche
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Donald Trump StructuralThe Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Moves Todd Blanche
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senate StructuralA bill allowing foreign investment in cooperatives has been approved, concerning legitimate organizations registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.Moves Todd Blanche
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Pam Bondi StructuralJosh Shapiro and Pam Bondi are involved in a state investigation after his residence was attacked while he was in office in Pennsylvania.Moves Todd Blanche
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Hennepin County StructuralA joint investigation into organized crime and human trafficking involving Hennepin County and Brooklyn Center.Moves Todd Blanche
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Chuck Grassley StructuralDiesel costs rose significantly in Iowa.Moves Todd Blanche
Connections
The 40 strongest of 276, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Carla Hayden Transactional
Todd Blanche successfully replaced Carla Hayden as the Librarian of Congress.
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department Structural
Todd Blanche held formal, high-ranking functional roles, including Acting and confirmed Attorney General, within the Department of Justice.
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Jeanine Pirro Structural
Todd Blanche serves as Jeanine Pirro's criminal defense attorney, providing active legal support and representation.
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Pam Bondi Structural
Todd Blanche succeeded Pam Bondi in her high-level role within the Department of Justice.
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Donald Trump Structural
Todd Blanche serves as Donald Trump's appointed legal counsel, official representative, and manager of partisan funds during his presidential tenure and subsequent legal challenges.
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senate Structural
Todd Blanche's potential appointment to Attorney General is formally contingent upon the nomination, review, and confirmation process of the U.S. Senate.
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Hennepin County Structural
Todd Blanche serves as the appointed Attorney General for Hennepin County.
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Chuck Grassley Structural
Chuck Grassley exercises oversight and control over Todd Blanche during his confirmation process for Attorney General.
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White House Structural
Todd Blanche serves as the Attorney General, performing critical legal and executive functions for the White House administration.
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Lisa Murkowski Structural
Todd Blanche's confirmation process is directly dependent on Lisa Murkowski's support or opposition.
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Virginia Structural
Todd Blanche serves as the Acting Attorney General, representing and defending the laws and office of the State of Virginia.
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John Cornyn Operational
Cornyn actively opposed and sought to block Blanche's nomination by demanding settlement revisions and assurances.
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Jeffrey Epstein Operational
Todd Blanche is actively involved in investigating and managing the case files and controversies surrounding Jeffrey Epstein.
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Thom Tillis Structural
Tillis used his political influence and vetting power to negotiate and ultimately approve Todd Blanche's nomination to Attorney General.
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Katie Phang Operational
Todd Blanche and Katie Phang are engaged in an ongoing legal dispute concerning document suppression and Transparency Act compliance.
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supreme court Structural
Todd Blanche operates as a legal professional whose professional focus is on the rulings and processes of the Supreme Court, which defines his operational landscape.
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Mitch McConnell Structural
Blanche's confirmation as a nominee is contingent upon the political support and actions of McConnell.
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Bill Cassidy Structural
Bill Cassidy's actions, including voting and support, were the deciding factor in Todd Blanche's confirmation as Attorney General.
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Congress Operational
Todd Blanche actively communicates plans and seeks influence within Congress, which in turn imposes requirements on his nomination.
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Ghislaine Maxwell Operational
Todd Blanche and Ghislaine Maxwell are engaged in an ongoing, high-stakes legal interaction involving investigations, interviews, and information exchange.
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Southern Poverty Law Center Structural
Todd Blanche, utilizing his official capacity as the investigating office, has initiated formal legal action against the Southern Poverty Law Center.
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Susan Collins Operational
Susan Collins actively opposes Todd Blanche's nomination to Attorney General through her crucial vote.
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Louisiana Structural
Todd Blanche serves as the acting Attorney General, representing and operating within the governmental structure of Louisiana.
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DHS Operational
Todd Blanche engages with DHS regarding law enforcement policies, state investigations, and high-level legal matters.
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Texas Structural
Todd Blanche operates within and is influenced by the political and legal structure of Texas, notably as a nominee for Attorney General.
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Sullivan Structural
The relationship is defined by the formal judicial warnings issued by Judge Sullivan regarding potential contempt charges against Todd Blanche.
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Vance Boelter Transactional
Todd Blanche used his authority to approve Vance Boelter's plea deal.
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United States Department of Justice Structural
Todd Blanche serves as the top attorney general, leading and instructing the United States Department of Justice.
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Alejandro Betancourt Transactional
Todd Blanche's orders have caused the closure of Alejandro Betancourt's ongoing probe.
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James Comey Structural
Todd Blanche is providing ongoing legal representation and navigating legal conflicts involving James Comey.
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SBA Structural
Todd Blanche is facing charges related to loan fraud involving the Small Business Administration (SBA).
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Lindsey Graham Structural
Lindsey Graham was involved in the formal confirmation process for Todd Blanche, and his actions influenced the committee votes.
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Washington Structural
Todd Blanche holds the functional role of Washington's top lawyer, appointed to operate within the state's legal structure.
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FBI Operational
Todd Blanche functions as a spokesperson for the FBI and federal law enforcement efforts.
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John Thune Operational
John Thune has actively commented on, hoped for, and facilitated Todd Blanche's nomination and confirmation process.
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James Comer Operational
James Comer actively requests records and information from Attorney General Todd Blanche regarding drug enforcement investigations.
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cabinet Structural
Todd Blanche serves as the acting Attorney General, a formal role within the cabinet structure.
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Michael Cohen Transactional
Todd Blanche is currently providing legal counsel services to Michael Cohen.
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Paul A. Engelmayer Operational
Judge Engelmayer presided over legal proceedings involving counsel Todd Blanche.
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Securities and Exchange Commission Structural
Todd Blanche served as the Deputy Attorney General of the Securities and Exchange Commission.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
18 events- DOJ provided a federal award for victim assistance to the American Samoa Criminal Justice Planning Agency.
- Naval Base San Diego is a US Navy installation, where Todd Blanche serves as Deputy Attorney General and John A. Eisenberg serves as Assistant Attorney General.
- Under the watchful eye of Judge Sullivan, Todd Blanche is managing court orders concerning the files of Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein, while a lawsuit from Katie Phang presses the issue.
- Todd Blanche addressed questions regarding his communications with the Associated Press as part of an ongoing investigation into matters connected to Brennan's client.
- Finstad, Stauber, and Fischbach are calling on Todd Blanche to review a case involving a shooting at Loring Park, based on findings by Mary Moriarty.
- Federal prosecutors target SBA fraud in Oklahoma City, involving Vance's task force and Todd Blanche's commentary.
- Todd Blanche spoke on behalf of federal authorities regarding a case before a federal grand jury in the Northern District of Iowa, while in Kansas City.
- Ro Khanna called for the impeachment of Todd Blanche, while Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna passed a relevant law.
- Judge Williams ruled on Trump's lawsuit, leading to a settlement signed by Blanche and ethics complaints against Blanche.
- The American Civil Liberties Union filed a lawsuit regarding court data in Hartford, and Todd Blanche has been named in the case.
- Todd Blanche announced that he is facing prosecution involving the Federal Bureau of Investigation, while Kash Patel serves as the FBI Director.
- Joe diGenova resigned and was tapped to lead the investigation into Donald Trump's case, reporting to Todd Blanche.
- Todd Blanche praised Donald Trump regarding his administration's successful turnaround on crime policies.
- Crew filed an amicus brief in Virginia federal court amid watchdog allegations regarding Trump's immunity and a tax leak battle.
- Claims made by Ty Cobb suggest DHS officials are investigating various states, involving Todd Blanche and Stephen Miller.
- Hochul sends a letter to Attorney General Todd Blanche regarding the framework tied to the Supreme Court's Olmstead decision, urging the Trump administration to preserve federal enforcement.
- Due to his absence, Mitch McConnell missed critical votes in the Senate regarding war powers resolutions concerning Iran, impacting the confirmation of Attorney General Todd Blanche.
- Congress blocked the gun rights restoration program by refusing necessary ATF funds.
August 2026
24 events- Trump is facing economic pessimism and affordability issues while his nomination advances through the Senate Judiciary Committee, with CNBC reporting on his polling decline.
- The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced Todd Blanche's nomination, while Tillis shifted from previously holding up the process to allowing it to move forward.
- Brennan warns of future investigations into Trump's conduct, specifically mentioning potential corruption involving Attorney General Blanche.
- A lawsuit is underway where a judge presides over the plaintiff's suit, and Todd Blanche is representing the defendant.
- The administration, led by Todd Blanche, has introduced a new rule to ease firearms restrictions and bypass Congressional barriers.
- Todd Blanche, the White House Attorney General, made statements regarding political meddling and his professional relationship with Donald Trump.
- Paul A. Engelmayer reviewed claims involving counsel Todd Blanche.
- Files related to the Epstein case were discovered on Scribd and shared publicly, with Todd Blanche commenting on the DOJ's dismissal of the files.
- Following Trump's nomination, Senate votes on Todd Blanche's confirmation reveal Cassidy's support and Murkowski's refusal.
- Todd Blanche is hired as Michael Cohen's attorney while Donald Trump and Cohen record a podcast.
- Bill Cassidy confirmed Todd Blanche as Attorney General.
- A prior memorandum outlined a temporary plan for NFED involving Todd Blanche and the department.
- On August 18, 2026, letters were exchanged between Senator Dick Durbin, Raja Krishnamoorthi, and Todd Blanche regarding ongoing court chaos in Illinois.
- Liz Oyer critiques Todd Blanche regarding ethical concerns, coinciding with reports of presidential pressure on the Department of Justice's independence.
- Todd Blanche led the administration's push for gun law changes.
- The Attorney General's office is operating under executive branch influence, with the President providing direction to the AG.
- Donald Trump and Todd Blanche appear on NBC to address government claims and defend against January 6th payment allegations.
- Donald Trump, Bill Cassidy, and Todd Blanche are involved in discussions regarding executive orders on vaccine recommendations and the confirmation of a new Attorney General nominee.
- Robert Garcia suggests that Donald Trump committed impeachable offenses, while Todd Blanche is accused of shielding the president from conversations.
- Todd Blanche campaigned for Bruce Blakeman in New York, while Blakeman aims to defeat Kathy Hochul.
- Todd Blanche rescinded Trump's Anti-Weaponization Fund, while John Cornyn sought DOJ documentation and Thom Tillis remained a key holdout.
- Tillis and Cornyn opposed Todd Blanche's nomination, and Tillis initiated an inquiry into fund ties.
- Supreme Court rulings define limits of executive power.
- Trump's political enemies are facing prosecutions handled by the DOJ, which Todd Blanche is overseeing in Donald Trump's case.
July 2026
8 events- Donald Trump attempts to influence Colorado elections while Todd Blanche's confirmation and DOJ resignations are reported.
- An investigation into 2020 election results in Georgia has targeted Donald Trump, Todd Blanche, and Mark Warner.
- Blanche's hearings are prompting questions about the DOJ, while lawmakers scrutinize Patel's trips related to Trump-Russia matters and the Ukraine deadlock.
- Donald Trump has ordered the Department of Homeland Security to pursue criminal charges, with the matter potentially being taken to the Supreme Court. Todd Blanche serves as his personal attorney.
- Appointments were made for judges in the specialized removal court, concurrent with Todd Blanche serving in the capacity of Acting Attorney General for the United States.
- Todd Blanche announced charges in healthcare fraud schemes, resulting in the stoppage of over $1 billion in federal Medicaid payments in Minnesota.
- Liz Oyer, former pardon attorney for the Trump administration, faced attacks from senators over her decisions and defended Todd Blanche's qualifications.
- Todd Blanche is running the Department of Justice (DOJ) handling Donald Trump's legal case.
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June 2026
10 events- Donald Trump nominated Todd Blanche to lead the Justice Department, leading to discussions about confirmation chances and potential criminal contempt charges.
- The U.S. Federal Government investigated threats made against the president, involving Todd Blanche.
- Allegations surfaced that Donald Trump is trying to hide his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, while Todd Blanche allegedly builds roadblocks to protect him.
- Todd Blanche is under scrutiny and facing a lawsuit regarding his handling of Epstein files and compliance with the Transparency Act.
- Todd Blanche was appointed to succeed Pam Bondi's office, following her service as Attorney General under Donald Trump.
- Trump plans to nominate Todd Blanche to lead the department as the next Attorney General, following his previous work in an acting capacity.
- The defamation case centers on Ghislaine Maxwell's statements, which are crucial to the ongoing allegations involving Donald Trump.
- Todd Blanche is questioned regarding the improper redaction of Jeffrey Epstein's case files, potentially linking DP World as a co-conspirator.
- Todd Blanche serves as Acting Attorney General regarding a specific plot.
- The Senate voted to confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general, supporting Donald Trump through his many convictions.