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Blanche questioned on Jan. 6 cases and Epstein files

Season 2026 Episode 145 | 5m 19s

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee for testimony on his nomination to serve permanently in the role. Blanche faced questions about his record as President Trump’s personal lawyer, the fate of a proposed settlement fund for people who claim they were targeted by the DOJ and his handling of the Epstein files. Justice correspondent Ali Rogan reports.

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