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Todd Blanche
Attorney General
Role
Attorney General
Organization
U.S. Department of Justice
Born
August 6, 1974
Birthplace
Not listed
Gender
Not listed
Background
Todd Blanche, formerly Donald Trump's criminal-defense lawyer and a former federal prosecutor, became the 88th attorney general in August 2026. He served as acting attorney general from April 2, 2026, and was confirmed by the Senate 50-49 on August 8, 2026, taking office on August 10. He previously served as deputy attorney general from 2025 to 2026.
Latest statements
- Justice Department Holds the First Attorney General's Summit on Victims of Violent Crime
- Department of Justice Holds Memorial Honoring the 25th Anniversary of 9/11
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Confirmation
Confirmed, Senate vote 50-49, 2026-08-08.