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Trump Dismisses AG Bondi, Appoints Todd Blanche Interim

4/2/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed Attorney General Pam Bondi and appointed Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche as interim replacement.
Bondi's removal follows months of criticism over her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation and anti-ICE protests in Minnesota.
Todd Blanche, a former personal lawyer for Trump, will serve as interim attorney general, while insiders question his suitability for a permanent role.
Trump has also considered Lee Zeldin for the position.

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U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed Attorney General Pam Bondi and appointed Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche as interim replacement.
Bondi's removal follows months of criticism over her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation and anti-ICE protests in Minnesota.
Todd Blanche, a former personal lawyer for Trump, will serve as interim attorney general, while insiders question his suitability for a permanent role.
Trump has also considered Lee Zeldin for the position.