Todd Blanche faces criticism from Jeffrey Epstein survivors following a "box-checking" meeting to secure his confirmation as Attorney General.

Todd Blanche met with a group of two dozen survivors of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell's alleged abuse at the Department of Justice to secure his confirmation as Attorney General. While the administration announced the meeting was a "productive, initial discussion," many survivors expressed frustration with the outcome. Victims, including Annie Farmer and Dani Bensky, criticized Blanche for being abrasive and noncommittal. They argued the meeting was a "box-checking exercise" intended to appease Senator Thom Tillis, who required the meeting before committing to advance the nomination. Survivors also blasted the Department of Justice for improperly releasing files that exposed their personal identities and images. Blanche defended his performance, acknowledging that while the meeting was not entirely cordial, he encouraged victims to meet with FBI investigators. He noted that while he may not be able to provide immediate justice, he hopes to pursue future prosecutions. The nomination remains in jeopardy as the Senate Judiciary Committee prepares to vote, with several Republicans questioning Blanche's handling of the Epstein files and the creation of a $1.8 billion "Anti-Weaponization" fund.

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