Key Takeaways:
– Todd Blanche, President-elect Donald Trump’s legal adviser is being considered for the Deputy Attorney General post.
– Blanche, once a Democrat, now identifies as a Florida Republican.
– This potential nomination comes after Blanche’s phone was allegedly hacked by Chinese hackers.
– The announcement followed earlier news of Trump nominating Rep. Matt Gaetz for Attorney General.
Trump’s High-Profile Legal Adviser Slated for Prominent Role
President-elect Donald Trump is weighing the option of nominating his prominent legal advisor, Todd Blanche, to become the next Deputy Attorney General. Blanche’s name has entered the ring of contenders for this significant role in the Trump administration.
Not Yet Final, But Under Serious Consideration
While Trump has not made a final decision or official announcement, insiders reveal Blanche is seriously being taken into account for the position. If Trump thinks it through and aims for it, Blanche’s appointment process will require Senate confirmation.
Blanche: A Brief Profile
Blanche boasts a rich legal background, having been a federal prosecutor and held prominent positions at several leading law firms. He served as co-chief of the violent crimes unit in the Southern District of New York and was a key partner at Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft. His career also celebrates representing high-profile figures including Paul Manafort.
Turning the pages to 2023 we find Blanche registered as a New York Democrat and perched as a partner in Wall Street’s oldest law firm, as per a New York Times article. Since then, he has pivoted and re-registered, acclimatizing himself as a Florida Republican, running his business. His biggest client is none other than the incoming president, Mr. Trump.
Blanche: Known for Representing Trump’s Hush Money Trial
Blanche earned significant public attention when he represented Trump in a trial about alleged hush money payments. These payments were speculated to be made to adult film star Stormy Daniels during Trump’s 2016 Presidential campaign.
Nomination Follows Hacking Incident
This speculation around his possible nomination comes on the heels of a reported hack of Blanche’s cellphone by unidentified Chinese hackers. The attackers purportedly accessed voice recordings and text messages from his phone, making it more extensive than what is popularly known.
Moreover, recently elected President Trump had earlier announced the nomination of Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) for the Attorney General position. A decision to move ahead with Blanche for the deputy’s position would mark a significant move for Trump’s upcoming administration.
As things stand, everyone’s eyes are on the President-elect’s next move. Will he nominate Blanche for the role of Deputy Attorney General? Or does he have other contenders on his mind? With Trump, one can expect the unexpected. All we can do is sit tight and await the final word.