The Deputy Attorney General of the United States and former personal lawyer of Trump will take over the Department of Justice until a permanent successor is appointed.
President Donald Trump appointed Todd Blanche as acting attorney general of the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) after the dismissal of Pam Bondi, in what represents the second major reorganization within his cabinet during his second term. The appointment, of a temporary nature, seeks to ensure the continuity of government policies and strengthen law enforcement while defining who will hold office on
a permanent basis.
Trump announced the decision through Truth Social, where he highlighted Blanche's career, calling him a “very talented and respected” jurist and highlighting his ability to lead the Department of Justice at a critical time for the administration. For her part, Blanche thanked the president for his trust and stated that he will continue to support law enforcement and work to maintain security throughout the
country.
“Pam Bondi led this department with strength and conviction, and I thank her for her leadership and friendship. I thank President Trump for the trust placed in me and for the opportunity to serve as acting attorney general,” Blanche said in a statement. In addition, he underscored his commitment to continue with the security policies and law enforcement that have characterized the administration
. President Donald Trump has appointed Todd Blanche as acting attorney general after the departure of Pam Bondi
Blanche Blanche's vast experience
has an extensive background within the Department of Justice. Before his recent promotion, he served as Deputy Attorney General, where he oversaw more than 115,000 employees, including key agencies such as the FBI, the DEA, the Marshals Service and the ATF, in addition to the country's 93 federal prosecutors. His experience in managing complex institutional structures has consolidated him as a key and reliable figure for management and a leader with strategic vision
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His career began in the Criminal Division and the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York, where he held legal assistant, assistant prosecutor and supervisor roles. Subsequently, Blanche developed a solid career in the private sector as a criminal defense lawyer, representing President Trump himself in three court cases during 2023 and 2024. This experience allowed him to combine his technical knowledge of the judicial system with a practical understanding of legal defense in high-profile cases.
With Trump's return to the White House, Blanche joined the DOJ to collaborate with Bondi in implementing government priorities, including combating illegal immigration, protecting companies from fraud and strengthening public safety. His approach has been described as pragmatic, firm and results-oriented, aligned with the president's vision for the country
. Todd Blanche has an extensive background both in the private sector and in the Department of Justice, where he supervised thousands of individuals and several federal agencies
On a personal level, Blanche has been married to his wife Kristine for almost 30 years, a father of two children and a grandfather. This family stability is added to their professional profile, projecting an image of responsibility and commitment both personally and institutionally
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Blanche will lead the functions of the Department of Justice until a permanent incumbent is confirmed, ensuring that the administration's agenda continues without interruption. His experience, leadership and closeness to the president make him a central element of the government's security strategy, law enforcement and protection of the interests of the United States
