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Trump formally nominates Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general

NPR | By Ryan Lucas
Published June 9, 2026 at 6:52 AM EDT

President Trump officially nominated Todd Blanche to be the next Attorney General, setting up a potential confirmation fight in Congress.

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Ryan Lucas
Ryan Lucas covers the Justice Department for NPR.

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