The Blanche Appointment: A Pattern of Partisan Politics in the Justice Department The confirmation of Todd Blanche as Attorney General marks another instance of a high profile government position being filled by someone closely tied to the President rather than based on merit or qualifications.
This appointment is not only concerning for those who value an independent and impartial Justice Department but also symptomatic of a broader problem in American politics.
Jeff Sessions' tenure as Trump's first Attorney General, which ended after his refusal to toe the President's line on key issues like the Mueller investigation, serves as a recent example.