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2026-08-08 09:20 UTC
Todd Blanche confirmed as US attorney general after divisive hearing
The vote followed a tumultuous confirmation fight that exposed deep concerns — from some Republicans as well as Democrats — about installing Donald Trump's close ally atop a Justice Department that historically prided itself on its independence from the White House.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-08/todd-blanche-confirmed-as-us-attorney-general/107013178
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@alex_p_roe@mastodon.world 2026-08-08 09:45
@abcfeeds@rssfeed.media Ugh, the USA takes another step towards the abyss. Very sad.