# Blanche’s Confirmation Hurdle

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Podcast: [Bismarck News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bismarck-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7612013)
Published: 2026-06-04T22:04:21+00:00
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## Resource

Todd Blanche, Trump’s pick to lead the Justice Department’s criminal division, is facing a rocky confirmation path—even top Republicans like Mitch McConnell are uncertain if he’ll make it through. Blanche, who defended Trump in key legal battles including the classified documents case and Manhattan DA probe, is under intense scrutiny over his ties to the former president. Senators like Sheldon Whitehouse and Lindsey Graham are raising red flags, questioning his transparency and potential conflicts of interest, especially amid new revelations about Trump’s tax schemes. Blanche’s ability to convince skeptical lawmakers he’s both qualified and impartial in this politically charged environment will determine whether he gets the job. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1e7e0018adb8d19e

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