The DOJ's Downward Spiral: Blanche's Vision for a Cozy Relationship with the White House The confirmation of Todd Blanche as Attorney General has been met with a mix of concerns and hopes.
Some see him as a seasoned professional capable of leading the Justice Department, while others view his appointment as a worrying sign of increasing politicization under the Trump administration.
Blanche's assertion that he will not be a "yes man" is admirable, but it rings hollow when taken in context with his refusal to pledge the Justice Department's independence from the White House.