Episode

Blanche Refuses To Pledge Independence from Trump

Podcast: CNN This Morning
Published: Aug 17, 2026
Duration seconds: 2901
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Summary

Asked yesterday if he could promise to be independent from the White House, new US Attorney General Todd Blanche said, "No." Was it naive to think he would? ... Democrats finalize their 2028 calendar, scheduling racially diverse states first. How does that help the party find its strongest candidate? ... Looking for a deal for Gaza, Trump son-in-law says he's got Hamas on board. But what about Israel?    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices