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Acting AG Todd Blanche Says DOJ Won't Target Trump's Enemies

newsApr 7, 2026264,051

In his first public appearance as acting attorney general, Todd Blanche said the Justice Department will not target President Trump's political opponents. He pushed back sharply when reporters asked whether the DOJ would be weaponized against Trump critics, calling the premise unfair. Blanche said prosecutors will follow evidence and the law, not political direction, and dismissed claims of pursuing political vendettas. The comments address concerns about politicization of federal prosecutions under the new leadership.

Key Highlights

Blanche said DOJ will not target President Trump's political opponents.
He angrily rebuked questions about weaponizing the Justice Department.
Blanche pledged prosecutors will follow evidence, not political direction.
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