Blanche seeks to rally a depleted Justice Department workforce in first speech as attorney general
Summary
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche gave his first speech promising to lead the Justice Department with integrity. He acknowledged the department has faced challenges and said he will listen to staff ideas and work hard to do the right thing.Key Facts
- Todd Blanche is the acting Attorney General.
- He spoke to the Justice Department workforce to boost morale.
- Blanche promised to uphold the rule of law without bias.
- He admitted he will not always make the right decision.
- Blanche previously served as President Donald Trump’s criminal defense lawyer.
- He became deputy attorney general last year before taking the top job.
- The department is dealing with staff losses and concerns about political influence.
- Blanche praised the department’s recent work on violent crime and drug trafficking.
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