President Trump Appoints Todd Blanche as Acting Attorney General Amid Justice Department Changes
President Trump has appointed Todd Blanche as the acting U.S. Attorney General, elevating him from his previous role as deputy attorney general. Blanche, who previously served as President Trump's criminal defense lawyer, has been involved in high-profile cases including Trump's New York hush money case and federal cases brought by special counsel Jack Smith. Blanche's legal career began as a paralegal at the U.S. attorney's office in Manhattan, followed by roles as a law clerk and federal prosecutor. He later entered private practice, representing figures such as Paul Manafort before joining Trump's defense team. His appointment follows the departure of Pam Bondi, who oversaw significant changes within the Justice Department. 
