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Todd Blanche, Trump’s former personal lawyer, has been confirmed as attorney general in a razor-thin 50-49 Senate vote, with a few Republicans breaking ranks. To win approval, he agreed to scrap a $1.8 billion fund for Trump allies and drop tax audit immunity for Trump and his family — moves that secured the crucial vote from Senator Bill Cassidy. Critics, including Democrats like Dick Durbin, slammed the confirmation, calling for an AG “above reproach” and focused on rooting out corruption. Blanche, who’s been acting AG since April, has already faced accusations of targeting Trump’s enemies and implementing controversial policies — including the now-reversed settlement. Supporters say his Trump defense experience makes him uniquely suited to defend the administration, while critics fear his loyalty lies with Trump, not justice. The stage is set for a high-stakes, politically charged tenure.

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