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New DOJ memo loosens political rules as Blanche campaigns
Original: As Blanche hits the campaign trail, new DOJ memo relaxes rules around political conduct for Senate-approved appointees
The Justice Department has issued a new memo relaxing restrictions on political activity for Senate-confirmed appointees, as Todd Blanche takes part in campaign trail activity. Critics are expected to view the change as eroding long-standing guardrails separating Justice Department officials from partisan politics, while supporters argue it modernizes outdated Hatch Act-era restrictions for senior political appointees.
Why now: The timing of relaxed conduct rules coinciding with a senior official's campaign appearances is raising conflict-of-interest concerns.
Todd BlancheDepartment of Justice
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