The Dark Twin of Justice: Todd Blanche's Confirmation Reveals a Department in Disarray The confirmation of Todd Blanche as attorney general by a narrow 50 49 margin in the dead of night highlights the deep seated problems within the Justice Department.
President Trump's former personal attorney has been handed the reins of an agency that is meant to uphold the law, not advance partisan agendas.
Blanche's loyalty to the president raises serious questions about the department's independence. The Republican led Senate's decision to rubber stamp his nomination despite these concerns sets a disturbing precedent.