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Trump Lawyer Todd Blanche Becomes Historic Acting AG Amid Controversy

4/3/2026

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Todd Blanche was appointed acting attorney general, a historic first.
Blanche previously served as U.S. President Donald Trump's criminal defense lawyer.
Blanche is a Trump loyalist linked to the hush money case that led to Trump's conviction on 34 felony counts.
Critics, including Rep. Don Beyer, say his ties to Trump create a conflict of interest.

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Todd Blanche was appointed acting attorney general, a historic first.
Blanche previously served as U.S. President Donald Trump's criminal defense lawyer.
Blanche is a Trump loyalist linked to the hush money case that led to Trump's conviction on 34 felony counts.
Critics, including Rep. Don Beyer, say his ties to Trump create a conflict of interest.