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Saletan Says Blanche’s Defenses Expose Double Standards Shielding Trump

5/23/2026

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Will Saletan argues that Todd Blanche’s public defenses reveal double standards that shield President Donald Trump.
Todd Blanche, acting Attorney General, revived debunked 2020 election claims and said indictments prove guilt except for President Donald Trump.
Todd Blanche cited the James Comey indictment as proof of political pressure on the Justice Department.
President Donald Trump’s public pressure on Justice Department leaders has shifted focus to loyalty over legal consistency.

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Will Saletan argues that Todd Blanche’s public defenses reveal double standards that shield President Donald Trump.
Todd Blanche, acting Attorney General, revived debunked 2020 election claims and said indictments prove guilt except for President Donald Trump.
Todd Blanche cited the James Comey indictment as proof of political pressure on the Justice Department.
President Donald Trump’s public pressure on Justice Department leaders has shifted focus to loyalty over legal consistency.