Acting AG Todd Blanche Defends DOJ's Pursuit of Trump’s Political Opponents

In a charged debut as acting attorney general, Todd Blanche doubled down on the notion that President Trump has both the “right” and “duty” to pursue investigations into his political adversaries. Speaking Tuesday, Blanche rejected the idea of a firewall between the Justice Department and the White House, asserting such coordination has always existed and is essential for aligning priorities. His remarks come amidst ongoing criticism that the department under Trump is operating as a political we