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Todd Blanche’s political appearances and DOJ rule changes draw scrutiny
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Attorney General Todd Blanche is facing scrutiny over political appearances as a DOJ memo eases restrictions for Senate-confirmed appointees. Experts say the policy shift may weaken safeguards intended to keep the department politically independent.
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Todd Blanche is the nation's top federal law official.
2 of 2 sources“Attorney General Todd Blanche”
Todd Blanche has made recent political appearances.
2 of 2 sources“The updated guidance comes as Blanche has made a number of appearances at political rallies and official events where political candidates spoke.”