Department of justice should work on behalf of all the American people. Mr. Blanche continues to operate as the president's personal lawyer, treating the Justice Department like a law firm serving one client, the President. The president has made it clear he plans to keep Mr. Blanche in place as acting Attorney general. A damning comment on his capacity to honorably serve in this role. This committee does not need to legitimate Mr. Blanche's appointment by providing our consent. I yield. (10:54–11:01)
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Asserts that the President plans to keep Mr. Blanche as acting Attorney General.
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