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April 7, 2026
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Addresses DOJ's Focus
- Todd Blanche emphasized that the DOJ is not targeting Trump's political opponents, asserting it is Trump's right to investigate them.
- He defended the removal of prosecutors involved in investigations against Trump, claiming it was necessary for ethical reasons.
- Blanche announced the creation of a national fraud enforcement division to address health care and corporate fraud.
4 Sources
- live: Blanche gives remarks on Trump anti-fraud effortsApr 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM · The Hill
- Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche says DOJ isn't focused on Trump's enemiesApr 7, 2026 at 5:48 PM · NBC
- Acting Attorney General Blanche says Justice Department is not focused on Trump's enemiesApr 7, 2026 at 6:04 PM · NBC
- Trump’s acting Attorney General Todd Blanche defends president’s ‘right’ and ‘duty’ to investigate political foesApr 7, 2026 at 8:23 PM · Independent