Senate Confirms Todd Blanche as U.S. Attorney General

Why it matters locally: As U.S. Attorney General, Todd Blanche will oversee the Justice Department's enforcement of federal laws, which directly impacts legal proceedings and federal investigations within Nebraska. This includes areas like drug enforcement, civil rights, and organized crime that affect communities across the state.

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The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as the new U.S. Attorney General. Senators approved Blanche's nomination in a narrow vote. Blanche previously worked as a personal attorney for former President Donald Trump. His confirmation places him at the head of the Justice Department.