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Blanche refuses to pledge Justice Department independence from White House

Blanche refuses to pledge Justice Department independence from White House

Summary

Attorney General Todd Blanche has declined to promise that the Justice Department will act independently from the White House. This means he is not committing to keep the department separate from the president’s influence.

Key Facts

  • Todd Blanche is the Attorney General.
  • He refused to commit to Justice Department independence from the White House.
  • The Justice Department is part of the executive branch but is expected to work without political influence.
  • The refusal raises questions about the department’s impartiality.
  • CBS News and legal experts are reporting on this situation.
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