Todd Blanche narrowly confirmed as Trump's attorney general in overnight vote

The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general with a narrow 50-49 vote. This makes him Trump's second confirmed attorney general since he returned to the White House. Blanche expressed gratitude for the Senate's support, stating he was "deeply honored by the trust and confidence President Trump has placed in me."

His confirmation followed a tumultuous process fueled by concerns about his loyalty to Trump. Despite opposition, he regained support after promising to abandon a controversial fund linked to Trump’s allies. Critics, including Sen. Dick Durbin, warned that Blanche's appointment may compromise the Justice Department's independence.

As a former prosecutor, Blanche has aggressively advanced Trump's agenda, leading investigations against the president's foes. His effectiveness in pushing back against Trump’s demands remains to be seen.