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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Alanna Durkin Richer

Trump AG Todd Blanche sparks concerns about boundaries with frequent appearances at political events

Todd Blanche speaks on stage on the first day of the 2026 Republican National Convention at the American Airlines Center on September 09, 2026 in Dallas, Texas - (Getty Images)

Attorney General Todd Blanche’s recent speeches at political events have significantly blurred traditional boundaries between federal law enforcement and politics, marking a sharp departure from norms designed to shield the Justice Department from the appearance of partisan bias.

Within days of addressing a GOP midterm convention where he praised Trump and highlighted the administration’s tough-on-crime focus, Blanche took the stage earlier this week at an event supporting a Republican Senate candidate in North Carolina.

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