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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Faces Senate Confirmation Hearing as ICE Pauses Most Traffic Stops

Todd Blanche appears before the Senate for confirmation amid Immigration and Customs Enforcement's decision to halt most traffic stops following recent deadly shootings.

Jul 15, 2026, 2:46 PM NPR News

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Faces Intense Confirmation Hearing Amid Opposition

Todd Blanche, nominated by President Donald Trump to lead the Justice Department, undergoes a challenging confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill while encountering opposition from Jeffrey Epstein survivors.

NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 12:46 PM

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House Judiciary Committee Refers Former Special Counsel Jack Smith for Criminal Investigation Over Alleged Perjury

Chairman Jim Jordan accuses Jack Smith of knowingly making false statements during a December 2025 congressional deposition, prompting a criminal referral to the Justice Department.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 23, 2026, 9:53 AM

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Rep. Jim Jordan Requests DOJ Probe into Jack Smith’s Congressional Testimony

House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan alleges former special counsel Jack Smith made false statements during a deposition, prompting a criminal investigation request to the Justice Department.

NBC Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 9:12 AM

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House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan Refers Former Special Counsel Jack Smith for Criminal Charges

Republican House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan has urged the Justice Department to investigate and potentially charge Jack Smith, alleging he lied to Congress during his deposition.

CBS Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 3:22 AM

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Democrats Launch Inquiry into DOJ Opinion Easing Institutionalization of Mentally Ill

Senate and House Democrats seek details on a Justice Department legal opinion that could increase institutionalization of people with mental illness, challenging decades of civil rights protections.

CBS Politics | Jul 22, 2026, 4:33 PM

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Former Seattle U.S. Attorney Roger Rogoff Sues Trump Over Unlawful Firing

Roger Rogoff challenges his removal by President Trump shortly after his appointment by federal judges, citing violations of federal law and the Constitution.

CBS Politics | Jul 21, 2026, 11:25 PM

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Epstein Survivor Accuses Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche of Gaslighting During Meeting

Jess Michaels and other survivors of Jeffrey Epstein expressed frustration after a meeting with acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, alleging dismissive behavior and lack of acknowledgment of their harm.

The Hill | Jul 20, 2026, 2:46 AM

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Trump Revives China Election Interference Claims Amid Backlash; Iran Supreme Leader Criticizes U.S. Ceasefire Violations

President Trump’s recent primetime address reignited allegations of foreign interference in U.S. elections, focusing on China’s alleged acquisition of voter data, while Iran’s Supreme Leader accused the U.S. of violating ceasefire agreements.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 11:37 PM

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Epstein Survivor Jess Michaels Describes Meeting with Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche as ‘Disappointed, Disturbed and Undaunted’

Jess Michaels, a survivor of Jeffrey Epstein, expressed frustration after a meeting with acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, calling for continued DOJ investigation and better victim privacy protections.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 2:43 PM

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Liberal Law Professor Opposes Obama Judge’s Referral of Trump Lawyers to Bar Associations

Judge Kathleen Williams referred Trump attorney Alejandro Brito and DOJ officials to bar associations for potential discipline, prompting criticism from a liberal law professor.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 12:25 PM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Meets with Epstein Accusers Following Senator Tillis' Request

The meeting aimed to address concerns from Jeffrey Epstein's accusers amid scrutiny of the Justice Department's handling of related investigations.

CBS Politics | Jul 17, 2026, 2:12 AM

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Angel Mom Jennifer Bos Shares Impactful Meeting with Todd Blanche Amid Attorney General Confirmation

Jennifer Bos, mother of a murder victim, testified on Capitol Hill, revealing a private conversation that convinced her Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche understands the struggles of Angel Families.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 11:04 PM

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Todd Blanche Defends Trump IRS Settlement as 'Typical' Despite Unprecedented Immunity

During his July 16, 2026 confirmation hearing, Acting Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche misrepresented the scope of a sweeping IRS settlement shielding Donald Trump and his family from past federal tax liabilities and offenses.

Reason | Jul 16, 2026, 7:48 PM

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Senator Tillis Conditions Support for Todd Blanche on Meeting Epstein Survivors

North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis demands Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche meet with Jeffrey Epstein survivors before advancing his confirmation.

CBS Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 6:59 PM

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President Trump Fires Seattle U.S. Attorney Roger Rogoff Shortly After Court Appointment

Roger Rogoff was appointed by federal judges as U.S. attorney for the Western District of Washington but was dismissed by President Trump amid disputes over the appointment process.

CBS Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 2:41 PM

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Trump AG Nominee Todd Blanche Faces Uncertain Confirmation as GOP Senators Withhold Support

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche undergoes intense Senate Judiciary Committee scrutiny amid unresolved questions over DOJ independence and a controversial anti-weaponization fund.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 10:58 AM

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Family of Virginia Roberts Giuffre Reacts to Todd Blanche's Confirmation Hearing

Following Vice President JD Vance's remarks on Epstein file communications, Virginia Roberts Giuffre's family shares their response to the acting attorney general's Capitol Hill hearing.

NBC Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 5:26 AM

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Senators Question Independence of Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche at Confirmation Hearing

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, formerly President Trump's personal lawyer, faced scrutiny from senators during his July 15 confirmation hearing amid concerns about his impartiality.

CBS Politics | Jul 16, 2026, 1:31 AM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Pledges to Stop Mail-Order Abortion Medication

Todd Blanche commits to prioritizing action against mifepristone distribution by mail if confirmed, opposing a Biden-era policy.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 9:39 PM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Faces Intense Senate Confirmation Hearing

Senators, including Republican John Cornyn and Democrats, pressed Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche during his confirmation hearing, described by one lawmaker as more of a performance evaluation than a traditional job interview.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 9:13 PM

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Makes Verbal Slip-Up During Confirmation Hearing

During his confirmation hearing on July 15, 2026, Todd Blanche appeared to confuse his current and past roles while responding to a question about his relationship with former President Trump.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 8:36 PM

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Senate Questions Todd Blanche’s Loyalty to Trump During DOJ Confirmation Hearing

Interim Attorney General Todd Blanche faces intense scrutiny over his allegiance to former President Donald Trump and the independence of the Department of Justice.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 5:44 PM

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Epstein Survivors Attend Todd Blanche's Confirmation Hearing Amid Justice Department Scrutiny

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein were present at the July 15, 2026, confirmation hearing for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, who defended the Justice Department's handling of Epstein-related files and pledged to restore public trust.

NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 4:38 PM