President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering appointing his lead attorney Todd Blanche as the next deputy attorney general, the second-highest position in the Justice Department. Blanche has been representing Trump for the past 18 months and notably defended him during a criminal hush money trial in Manhattan earlier this year. Their close relationship has led to speculation within Trump's inner circle that Blanche would join the federal government if Trump emerged victorious.
While no final decisions have been confirmed, Blanche's potential nomination would require Senate confirmation before he could assume the crucial role overseeing a department that holds significant importance to Trump. This development comes shortly after Trump announced his selection of Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz as his choice for attorney general, a decision that is expected to spark a challenging confirmation process, even within the Republican-controlled Senate.
