NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 10, 2026Miami-Dade
Todd Blanche sworn in as U.S. Attorney General
Todd Blanche was sworn in as the U.S. Attorney General on Monday following a contentious Senate confirmation process. He assumes leadership of the Department of Justice under the administration of President Donald Trump.
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The oversees the federal justice system, including the Department of Justice's legal priorities, investigations, and policy enforcement for the entire country.
Key Facts
- Todd Blanche was officially sworn in as Attorney General on Monday.
- Blanche previously served as a personal lawyer for President Donald Trump.
- The confirmation process was described as a bruising fight.
- The confirmation process highlighted bipartisan concerns regarding the future direction of the Justice Department.
Who's Mentioned
personPam Bondi“Former Attorney General fired in April”organizationJustice Department“Federal law enforcement agency”organizationInternal Revenue Service“Agency involved in a lawsuit settlement”personJoe Biden“Former Democratic President”personEmil Bove“Federal appeals court judge who administered the oath”personTodd Blanche“Newly sworn-in Attorney General”personJames Comey“Former FBI Director indicted by the Justice Department”organizationDepartment of Justice“Federal executive department led by the Attorney General.”personDonald Trump“President of the United States”