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Mazie K. Hirono: “From gaslighting Epstein survivors to pursuing political witch hunts, Todd Blanche has helped Donald Trump transform the…”

On the recordAugust 9, 2026
From gaslighting Epstein survivors to pursuing political witch hunts, Todd Blanche has helped Donald Trump transform the Department of Justice into a department of revenge, retribution, and corruption.

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Statement on voting against Todd Blanche’s nomination.

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