Senate votes to confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general

In a tight vote, the Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as the U.S. attorney general, making him the head of the Justice Department. Blanche, who previously served as President Trump's personal lawyer, is now tasked with overseeing the nation's top law enforcement agency. This move is significant as it aligns the Justice Department leadership more closely with the administration's legal strategies, raising questions about the independence of prosecutorial actions under Blanche's leadership. The confirmation comes amid ongoing scrutiny of the Justice Department's role in various high-profile investigations and legal matters.