Opinion | Todd Blanche Is a Dangerous Choice for Trump’s Attorney General

Key Points:

• President Trump has the right to nominate an attorney general aligned with his conservative policies, but the Senate is not obligated to confirm a nominee with a history of undermining the law and politicizing law enforcement.
• Todd Blanche, nominated by Trump, has served as Trump's personal lawyer and acting attorney general, allegedly prioritizing Trump's interests over the nation's, including pursuing politically motivated indictments and spreading falsehoods about the 2020 election.
• Blanche reportedly signed an agreement granting the Trump family immunity from tax audits, potentially saving them over $100 million, and has removed federal agents investigating the January 6 Capitol riot and related crimes.
• His nomination poses a test for Senate Republicans, some of whom have recently shown willingness to challenge Trump, suggesting there is still potential opposition strong enough to block Blanche’s confirmation.
• The article argues that in a healthier political environment, Blanche’s nomination would be widely rejected, but current political dynamics make the outcome uncertain, though defeat remains possible.