Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday for a confirmation hearing regarding his nomination to the permanent position. Blanche, who assumed the acting role in April 2026 following the dismissal of Pam Bondi, answered questions from lawmakers on a variety of legal and policy issues.
During the proceedings, senators questioned Blanche on his previous work as a personal attorney for President Trump and potential conflicts of interest. The committee also examined his handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein and the administration's proposed $1.8 billion fund aimed at individuals charged in the January 6 Capitol breach. Additional topics included the Department of Justice's stance on the proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros.
Senator Adam Schiff (D-CA) questioned Blanche's transition from a prosecutor in the Southern District of New York to his current role, asking what had changed in his professional approach. Blanche responded that his motivations remained consistent with his time as a prosecutor, stating his commitment to enforcing the law and prosecuting criminal activity.