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Originally Published 3 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Todd Blanche, a DOJ official and former Trump defense attorney, publicly defended the indictment of James Comey, contrasting his previous criticism of politically motivated prosecutions against Trump, and emphasized the seriousness of the charges against Comey, despite norms against commenting publicly on ongoing cases.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Former President Donald Trump has selected Todd Blanche, his defense lawyer, to serve as the Deputy Attorney General. This appointment marks a significant move in Trump's legal and political strategy, as Blanche has been a key figure in Trump's legal team.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
President-elect Donald Trump has selected members of his personal criminal defense team for key roles in the US Justice Department. Todd Blanche is nominated for deputy attorney general, Emil Bove for principal associate deputy attorney general, and John Sauer, who successfully argued Trump's presidential immunity case at the Supreme Court, for solicitor general. These appointments reflect Trump's reliance on his inner circle, particularly his legal team, and contrast with his choice of former Rep. Matt Gaetz for attorney general.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Todd Blanche, his former defense attorney, as deputy attorney general, with Emil Bove as principal associate deputy attorney general. Both Blanche and Bove have represented Trump in legal cases, including his federal conviction in the New York hush money case. Trump also nominated former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz for attorney general and Dean John Sauer as solicitor general, continuing his trend of appointing loyalists to key positions in the Justice Department.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadline
Donald Trump has nominated Todd Blanche and Emil Bove, who defended him in his New York hush money trial, to senior roles in the Justice Department. Blanche is nominated as deputy attorney general, while Bove will serve as principal associate deputy attorney general and acting deputy attorney general during Blanche's confirmation process. These appointments, along with Trump's nomination of Matt Gaetz as attorney general, suggest a shift towards a more loyalist Justice Department, raising concerns about its independence.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
Chinese hackers compromised the cellphone of Todd Blanche, Donald Trump's lead defense attorney, accessing text messages and audio recordings. This breach is part of a broader Chinese cyber-espionage campaign targeting U.S. political figures, including those associated with the Trump and Harris campaigns. The FBI is investigating the extent of the breach, which has raised concerns about national security and the integrity of communications among political and legal figures. The incident highlights ongoing cybersecurity threats from foreign actors.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
Donald Trump will be represented by experienced New York trial lawyers Todd Blanche and Susan Necheles in his upcoming criminal trial. Blanche, a former federal prosecutor, has been handling Trump's federal criminal cases in addition to the New York trial, while Necheles, with more experience as a defense attorney, has represented the Trump Organization in a New York state tax fraud case. The lawyers have faced challenges in defending Trump, with Blanche's legal strategies drawing frustration from the presiding judge.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Todd Blanche, a former federal prosecutor and partner at a prestigious law firm, has taken a significant career risk by representing Donald Trump in his upcoming criminal trial in Manhattan, making him the first former U.S. president to face prosecution. Blanche's decision to defend Trump has raised eyebrows among his former colleagues, as he has left a lucrative law firm partnership to represent a client known for legal troubles and disputes with his lawyers. This move has pushed Blanche outside his comfort zone, as he has limited experience as a defense lawyer, and has sparked speculation about his future in Trump's orbit.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Newsweek
Donald Trump's lawyer, Todd Blanche, has warned Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg of "serious" legal and ethical consequences if evidence from ex-lawyer Michael Cohen is presented in the upcoming criminal hush money trial. This comes after Trump's former chief financial officer, Allen Weisselberg, pleaded guilty to perjury in a civil fraud trial, where Trump was found to have filed fraudulent financial statements. Blanche accused Bragg of prosecutorial misconduct for seeking a perjury plea deal for Weisselberg while ignoring similar allegations against Cohen. Trump is set to go on trial on March 25 facing 34 charges related to hush money payments, with Cohen expected to be a key witness for the prosecution.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
Former President Donald Trump has announced that he will be represented by Todd Blanche, a white-collar criminal defense lawyer, in his federal case for allegedly mishandling classified documents at his Florida home. Trump also suggested that two of his top attorneys, Jim Trusty and John Rowley, would be departing the case. The legal team has been marked by months of infighting, and the team has been seeking high-powered South Florida criminal defense attorneys for at least the past couple of weeks.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
Two of Donald Trump's top attorneys, Jim Trusty and John Rowley, resigned from his legal team after the 37-count indictment against the former president was filed in Miami US District Court. They did not provide a reason for their departure but said it was a "logical moment" to step aside. Trump confirmed their departure and announced that he would be represented by New York lawyer Todd Blanche going forward. Blanche is also representing Trump adviser Boris Epshteyn, which may present a conflict. Trump is charged with 31 counts of willful retention of national defense information, one count of conspiracy to obstruct justice, and other charges.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Former President Donald Trump has removed two of his top attorneys, Jim Trusty and John Rowley, from his legal team in the wake of his indictment in the special counsel's classified documents probe. Todd Blanche, a defense lawyer he hired in April, will take the lead. Trump is also planning to add another Florida-based attorney to his team. Trusty and Rowley issued a joint statement saying they were resigning from the legal team entirely but expressed confidence that Trump will be vindicated. Trump's legal team has seen significant turnover as the investigation into the mishandling of classified documents has unfolded.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
Former President Donald Trump has added Todd Blanche, a former federal prosecutor, to his legal defense team a day before he is set to surrender to face charges related to a hush-money payment. Blanche will work alongside Susan R. Necheles and Joseph Tacopina, who have been representing Trump in the Manhattan district attorney's investigation. Blanche has a reputation as an aggressive but measured advocate and has represented Boris Epshteyn, a top adviser to Trump. He also represented Paul Manafort, Trump's former campaign chairman, after the Manhattan district attorney's office indicted him on charges of mortgage fraud and other state felonies in 2019.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
Former President Donald Trump has added Todd Blanche, a white-collar criminal defense lawyer, to his legal team to defend him in a criminal prosecution in Manhattan. Blanche, a former federal prosecutor in the Southern District of New York, has represented key players in Trump's first impeachment and led the legal team that represented Paul Manafort. Trump is expected to surrender on Tuesday and appear for an arraignment on charges levied by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, which are still sealed.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
Former President Donald Trump has hired Todd Blanche, a top criminal defense lawyer, to lead his legal team as he prepares to fight criminal charges in Manhattan. Blanche, a former partner at Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft, previously represented Paul Manafort and Igor Fruman. Trump is expected to be arraigned on Tuesday in Manhattan Supreme Court in connection with a hush-money payment to Stormy Daniels before the 2016 presidential election.