President Donald Trump announced on June 4, 2026, that he intends to nominate acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to permanently lead the Department of Justice. Trump made the announcement in a video shared by White House Deputy Chief of Staff Dan Scavino, stating that Blanche took on the role on an interim basis following the firing of former Attorney General Pam Bondi in early April. Trump indicated that he would instruct Scavino and others involved in the nomination process to expedite Blanche's appointment.
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Trump Plans to Nominate Todd Blanche as Permanent Attorney General
President Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate Todd Blanche as the permanent Attorney General of the United States. Blanche has been serving in an acting capacity since the dismissal of former Attorney General Pam Bondi in early April.
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