Todd Blanche Appears at Senate Judiciary Confirmation Hearing

Outlets agree on the facts: Todd Blanche testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee at his attorney general confirmation hearing. Blanche defended his record and the Justice Department's actions while facing questions from Democratic and Republican senators.

Left-leaning outlets focus on potential hearing chaos and Blanche's loyalty to Donald Trump over an IRS settlement. Center outlets emphasize bipartisan skepticism toward a tax deal protecting Trump and departmental handling of files. Right-leaning outlets highlight Blanche signaling openness to investigating former special counsel Jack Smith and spotlight his responses to Democratic critics.