Trump Announces Intent to Nominate Todd Blanche as Attorney General

President Donald Trump has announced his intent to nominate acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to the post permanently, according to sources familiar with the matter.

The announcement came during a dinner, where Trump communicated his plans regarding the Justice Department leadership position. Two sources confirmed the President's intention to move forward with Blanche's nomination.

According to several reports, the nomination is expected to be announced as soon as Wednesday evening. Blanche has led the Department of Justice in an acting capacity and would be nominated to fill the position on a permanent basis.

Blanche has been serving as acting Attorney General, overseeing the federal law enforcement agency. The expected nomination would formalize his role at the helm of the Justice Department.

The sources indicated that Trump's announcement at the dinner signals his decision to proceed with Blanche as his choice for the permanent position. The timing of the expected nomination announcement aligns with Wednesday evening, according to the reports.

The nomination would require Senate confirmation. The formal nomination process and subsequent confirmation proceedings would follow the announcement.