Senate confirms Todd Blanche as attorney general

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The U.S. Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as the next attorney general in a narrow 50-49 vote early Saturday morning. The former defense lawyer for President Trump secured the position after weeks of uncertainty and a bruising fight, receiving sufficient GOP backing following promises regarding his tenure. This party-line confirmation cements the ex-Trump attorney's command of the Justice Department, establishing him as the country's top law enforcement officer after a highly contested nomination process.
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