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Trump's Justice Department Strategy Faces Internal Resistance

4/22/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump aims to use the Justice Department to target political adversaries.
He faces challenges from a perceived lack of competent MAGA supporters within the agency.
Todd Blanche, acting attorney general, is seen as a potential replacement but may face same obstacles as Pam Bondi (former Florida attorney general).
Chad Mizelle noted that many prosecutors are reluctant to engage in politically charged cases.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump aims to use the Justice Department to target political adversaries.
He faces challenges from a perceived lack of competent MAGA supporters within the agency.
Todd Blanche, acting attorney general, is seen as a potential replacement but may face same obstacles as Pam Bondi (former Florida attorney general).
Chad Mizelle noted that many prosecutors are reluctant to engage in politically charged cases.