Attorney General Todd Blanche is facing criticism for recent political appearances that critics argue risk politicizing the Justice Department ahead of the midterm elections. Legal experts warn such public engagements could undermine the department’s long-standing commitment to neutrality, raising concerns about partisan influence in law enforcement. With less than a month remaining before voting, the debate over whether Blanche has crossed a professional line intensifies. The Justice Department’s role as an apolitical institution now hangs in the balance.
The nation's top federal law official is drawing scrutiny for his recent political appearances. With just five weeks left until the midterms, some experts say Attorney General Todd Blanche is blurring lines meant to keep the Justice Department free of partisan bias. Justice correspondent Ali Rogin reports.
