Durbin Statement On Confirmation Of Todd Blanche To Be Attorney General

August 08, 2026 Durbin Statement On Confirmation Of Todd Blanche To Be Attorney General WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today released the following statement after the Senate confirmed Todd Blanche to be U.S. Attorney General: “It was a grave mistake for the Senate to approve Todd Blanche as the next Attorney General. If there is ever a moment in history when we need an Attorney General above reproach, who is dedicated to ending corruption, it is right now. “This nation deserves an Attorney General who loves the Constitution more than he loves the President. Sadly, for our nation, Todd Blanche is not that person.” -30- Print Email Share Tweet