Senate Confirms Todd Blanche as U.S. Attorney General

Why it matters locally: The confirmation of a new U.S. Attorney General carries significant implications for federal law enforcement and justice policies that directly affect New Mexico, including those related to tribal affairs, border security, and federal prosecution in 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.