Epstein 'mistakes' and Trump ties: Key takeaways from Todd Blanche's confirmation hearing
Blanche faced bipartisan questioning on Wednesday as he seeks to take on the role of US attorney general permanently.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"I'm his lawyer - was his lawyer. And now I'm the deputy attorney general."
— Todd Blanche , Politician
"I am confident it will not."
— Todd Blanche , Politician
"It should never be paid out."
— Thom Tillis , Politician
Key People
Chuck Grassley is the Republican chair of the US Senate judiciary committee.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
James Comey is a former FBI Director.
Letitia James is the Attorney General of New York.
Senator from Utah who raised competition concerns regarding the merger.
Pam Bondi is a former attorney general of Florida.
Thom Tillis is a United States Senator from North Carolina.
Todd Blanche is the nominee for attorney general and a former personal lawyer to Donald Trump.
Locations
Tags
All Coverage
Blanche faced bipartisan questioning on Wednesday as he seeks to take on the role of US attorney general permanently.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
Russian glide bomb attack on Zaporizhzhia kills at least 15 people
Children are among the victims, authorities say, and more victims could still be buried in the rubble of a large apartment block that was destroyed.
October 10, 2026 at 11:17 AMGermany sticks to Russia sanctions after Trump announcement on diesel - Reuters
Germany sticks to Russia sanctions after Trump announcement on diesel Reuters
October 10, 2026 at 10:59 AMThe midterm strategy driving Democrats deep into Trump country - Reuters
The midterm strategy driving Democrats deep into Trump country Reuters
October 10, 2026 at 10:05 AMRussian attack on Ukrainian city kills 12, a day after Trump eases diesel sanctions on Moscow - Reuters
Russian attack on Ukrainian city kills 12, a day after Trump eases diesel sanctions on Moscow Reuters
October 10, 2026 at 06:39 AMHow the trial of murdered Australian brothers and US friend unfolded
The mother of two Australian surfers murdered in Mexico two years ago with their American friend said "accountability matters".
October 10, 2026 at 06:04 AM'Stain on the country': Trump criticises Norway over Nobel Peace Prize
The US president told a rally he had "never heard of" the winner, former International Criminal Court judge Navi Pillay.
October 10, 2026 at 04:07 AM