American lawyer and former FBI director
The government has ensured that public statements by Attorney General Blanche at political rallies are made in a personal capacity, while critics warn that appearances could politicize the Justice Department. Blanche has defended the president’s interests amid investigations, saying he will always answer the call to speak on law enforcement matters. The department reiterates travel is funded under ethics rules.
Sen. John Curtis has asked the Republican-led Senate Judiciary Committee to subpoena Donald Trump Jr. over his business ties, foreign gifts and a Russian oligarch-funded wedding party. Curtis has demanded the same scrutiny for Hunter Biden and cited reporting that Umar Kremlev paid substantial costs for Trump Jr.'s Bahamas celebrations in May.
Preservation groups have sought to block the park closure, arguing safety is a pretext for converting East Potomac into a championship golf course. The government says closure is needed for safety and to transition operations after National Links Trust winds down. A court hearing is set for Friday to decide whether a stay is warranted.