Trump formally nominates Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general

NPR | By Ryan Lucas

Published June 9, 2026 at 5:52 AM CDT

President Trump officially nominated Todd Blanche to be the next Attorney General, setting up a potential confirmation fight in Congress.

Ryan Lucas

Ryan Lucas covers the Justice Department for NPR.

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