Acting AG Todd Blanche faces high-stakes confirmation hearing

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Published July 15, 2026 at 12:49 AM HST

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche will be on Capitol Hill Wednesday for his high-stakes confirmation hearing to lead the Justice Department permanently.

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