Blanche Signals No New Charges in Epstein Investigation Amid Gabbard Election Role Defense
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche signaled that no new charges would be filed in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation and defended his role in a Georgia election search, downplaying criticism of his involvement.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche signaled no new charges will be filed in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, and defended his involvement in a search of Rep. Tulsi Gabbard's home as part of an election interference probe, amid criticism from some Democrats over her role in the inquiry. The Justice Department has been under scrutiny for its handling of the case. Blanche maintained that the department followed proper protocol in conducting the search. The move comes amid escalating tensions between the Democratic National Committee and President Biden over Gabbard's involvement in the investigation.