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Trump Faces Backlash Over DOJ Investigations of Critics

4/8/2026

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On April 8, 2026, a left-leaning article highlighted investigations linked to U.S. President Donald Trump.
Blanche, a former lawyer for U.S. President Donald Trump, said he must lead these investigations targeting critics.
The article notes Trump used the Department of Justice to pursue figures such as James Comey and Democratic Senators.
Critics, including Gavin Newsom's press office, condemned the actions as a misuse of power and alleged DOJ bias.

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Story summary

On April 8, 2026, a left-leaning article highlighted investigations linked to U.S. President Donald Trump.
Blanche, a former lawyer for U.S. President Donald Trump, said he must lead these investigations targeting critics.
The article notes Trump used the Department of Justice to pursue figures such as James Comey and Democratic Senators.
Critics, including Gavin Newsom's press office, condemned the actions as a misuse of power and alleged DOJ bias.