Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche experienced a verbal slip-up regarding his professional role during his confirmation hearing for attorney general on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

Senator John Kennedy (R-La.) asked Blanche if he had a friendship with former President Donald Trump. Blanche responded, "I'm his lawyer — was his lawyer, and now I'm the deputy attorney general."

The exchange highlighted a moment of confusion as Blanche referenced his past legal role for Trump while currently serving as deputy attorney general.

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