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Trump’s Attorney General Completely Face-Plants on Meet the Press

Aug 16, 2026 · 13m

Summary

This episode critiques Todd Blanche’s confirmation as Attorney General, analyzing his Meet the Press interview where he refused to pledge DOJ independence from the White House. The host argues Blanche is subservient to Trump, citing evidence of Trump directing prosecutions of political enemies and defending pardons for January 6th offenders. The discussion highlights Blanche’s evasion regarding the potential revival of a fund to compensate Trump supporters, portraying him as lacking ethical backbone.

Topics discussed

Intro and Kewpie Mayo/HomeSense Ads Todd Blanche confirmed as Attorney General Blanche refuses to pledge DOJ independence Trump's Truth Social message to Bondi Blanche justifies listening to Trump's views Blanche admits listening to Trump on social media Blanche defends Jan 6 pardons of cop beaters Repeat Ads: Kewpie Mayo and HomeSense The 'Anti-Weaponization' Fund status Trump wants to revive the fund for victims Call to action and Myrtle Beach/Resorts World Ads Final HomeSense Advertisement
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