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Blanche Confirmed as Attorney General | New York City News
Todd Blanche, Trump’s former defense lawyer, is now Attorney General after a razor-thin Senate vote—50 to 49—with two Republicans joining all Democrats in opposing him. His confirmation followed controversy over a $1.8 billion fund for alleged victims and an immunity deal for Trump, which sparked backlash from Epstein survivors and some lawmakers. Though Blanche insisted the fund was “dead” and the immunity limited, critics remain skeptical. He previously defended Trump in criminal cases and handled key 2020 election and classified documents matters. The White House celebrated his appointment…
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