Trump formally nominates Todd Blanche to be US attorney-general

President-elect Donald Trump has officially submitted Todd Blanche’s nomination for the position of U.S. Attorney General to the Senate. This formal action follows Trump’s recent public declaration that he intended to appoint his longtime legal defender to lead the Department of Justice. Blanche, who has represented Trump in several high-profile criminal cases, now faces the standard confirmation process in the upper chamber. If approved, he will be tasked with overseeing the federal government's legal operations and law enforcement priorities. The nomination marks a significant step in the transition as the incoming administration prepares to install its leadership team.

The appointment of a personal defense attorney to the nation's top law enforcement post signals a major shift in the relationship between the White House and the Department of Justice.