Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the Justice Department's actions on CNN's State of the Union, responding to questions from Dana Bash about President Trump's comments on targeting perceived enemies. Blanche highlighted the DOJ's extensive case history and suggested that jailing Democratic lawmakers could be a possibility, depending on the circumstances. He expressed disappointment in Congress members' actions towards the administration, asserting that they do not constitute proper oversight or governance.
Key facts
- Todd Blanche appeared on CNN's State of the Union on November 8, 2026.
- Blanche defended the DOJ's actions against perceived enemies of Trump.
- He mentioned three individuals pursued unsuccessfully by the DOJ.
- Blanche suggested that jailing Democratic lawmakers is a possibility.
- He criticized Congress members for their actions towards the administration.
A short AI summary in our own words. The reporting belongs to The Daily Beast; we don't reproduce it.