# Todd Blanche on The No Agenda Show

Todd Blanche comes up in 23 chapters across 20 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2024 to October 2026.

- **Chapters:** 23
- **Episodes:** 20
- **Discussed:** June 2024 – October 2026
- **Related topics:** [Department Of Justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-justice.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Abc News](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abc-news.md), [Jeffrey Epstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeffrey-epstein.md), [Pam Bondi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pam-bondi.md), [Attorney General](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/attorney-general.md), [Doj](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doj.md), [Ghislaine Maxwell](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ghislaine-maxwell.md), [Irs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/irs.md), [Kash Patel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kash-patel.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 23

### Jon Stewart Critiques Media Narratives of MAGA Fracturing

- **Episode:** [1910: Media Murder](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1910-media-murder.md)
- **Published:** 2026-10-08
- **Time:** 29:10–33:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1910-media-murder/chapter/jon-stewart-critiques-media-narratives-of-maga-fracturing.md

Jon Stewart utilized a supercut on The Daily Show to mock mainstream media outlets for repeatedly claiming that the MAGA movement and Donald Trump's base are on the verge of "cracking." Despite years of predictions regarding a "GOP dam breaking," Stewart points out that Trump's political coalition remains largely intact. The segment also touches on the confirmation of Todd Blanch as Attorney General despite opposition from some Republican senators.

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### Chelsea Handler and Kara Swisher, Roe v. Wade Ignorance

- **Episode:** [1895: XY You're Out](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1895-xy-you-re-out.md)
- **Published:** 2026-08-16
- **Time:** 22:14–23:54
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1895-xy-you-re-out/chapter/chelsea-handler-and-kara-swisher-roe-v-wade-ignorance.md

Chelsea Handler and Kara Swisher are criticized for a discussion in which Handler claimed a legal official would "overturn Roe v. Wade," despite the Supreme Court having already overturned the decision years prior. The hosts point to this as an example of journalistic failure and ignorance among media personalities. They suggest that such figures prioritize narrative over factual accuracy.

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### Todd Blanche Confirmation Hearing, Kash Patel Defense

- **Episode:** [1886: Cytoshitosis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1886-cytoshitosis.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-16
- **Time:** 36:45–43:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1886-cytoshitosis/chapter/todd-blanche-confirmation-hearing-kash-patel-defense.md

Todd Blanche faced intense questioning during his confirmation hearing for Deputy Attorney General, defending Kash Patel against allegations of professional misconduct. Blanche addressed his history as Donald Trump's personal lawyer, arguing that such appointments have historical precedent in administrations ranging from Kennedy to Bush. The hearing also touched on a scuttled $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund.

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### Ty Cobb, Critique of Trump Administration Lawyers

- **Episode:** [1882: Buy the Crash](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-02
- **Time:** 1:46:34–1:49:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1882-buy-the-crash/chapter/ty-cobb-critique-of-trump-administration-lawyers.md

Former Trump lawyer Ty Cobb issued a vocal critique of current administration attorneys like Todd Blanche and Pam Bondi. Cobb accused them of abandoning their oaths to the Constitution in favor of fealty to Donald Trump. He specifically cited a $1.8 billion "slush fund" and compared the Trump family's actions to those of Jeffrey Dahmer in a controversial analogy.

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### Bill Pulte Appointment as Acting DNI and Deep State Reform

- **Episode:** [1875: Sonic Thump](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1875-sonic-thump.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-07
- **Time:** 26:05–33:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1875-sonic-thump/chapter/bill-pulte-appointment-as-acting-dni-and-deep-state-reform.md

President Trump appointed Bill Pulte, head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, as the acting Director of National Intelligence. Critics point to his lack of national security experience, while supporters view him as a "chainsaw" intended to disrupt the deep state. Pulte is reportedly working with former Tulsi Gabbard aides to identify areas for reform within the intelligence community.

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### Todd Blanche and Historical Precedents for Attorney General Appointments

- **Episode:** [1875: Sonic Thump](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1875-sonic-thump.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-07
- **Time:** 36:32–40:48
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1875-sonic-thump/chapter/todd-blanche-and-historical-precedents-for-attorney-general-appointments.md

Critics attack the appointment of Todd Blanche as acting Attorney General, calling it a breach of independence because he served as Trump's personal lawyer. However, historical analysis reveals numerous precedents, including George Washington appointing his personal attorney Edmund Randolph and John F. Kennedy appointing his brother Robert F. Kennedy to the same role.

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### Trump's $1.8 Billion Weaponization Fund Scrapped

- **Episode:** [1874: Kennel Index](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1874-kennel-index.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-04
- **Time:** 1:08:12–1:12:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1874-kennel-index/chapter/trump-s-1-8-billion-weaponization-fund-scrapped.md

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the Trump administration is scrapping a proposed $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund intended to compensate those "unfairly prosecuted" by the Biden administration. The move followed a revolt from Senate Republicans who feared the money would be used to pay January 6 rioters. Simultaneously, the administration finalized a deal barring IRS tax audits on the Trump family, which Democrats labeled "blanket immunity."

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### Drug Price Reductions, Fraud Task Force

- **Episode:** [1872: Lunar Economy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy.md)
- **Published:** 2026-05-28
- **Time:** 54:22–57:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1872-lunar-economy/chapter/drug-price-reductions-fraud-task-force.md

The Trump administration reports significant discounts on prescription drugs and the addition of 1,000 low-cost generics to the federal database. A fraud task force led by Todd Blanche claims to have uncovered billions in defrauded taxpayer money, including a suspicious $2 billion environmental grant involving Stacey Abrams that was subsequently canceled.

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### J6 Anti-Weaponization Fund, IRS Settlement Details

- **Episode:** [1870: VBS](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1870-vbs.md)
- **Published:** 2026-05-21
- **Time:** 2:00:34–2:09:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1870-vbs/chapter/j6-anti-weaponization-fund-irs-settlement-details.md

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the creation of a $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization fund" intended to compensate individuals mistreated by the Biden Justice Department, including January 6 defendants. The fund was established as part of a settlement where Donald Trump dropped a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS in exchange for a permanent ban on future audits of his family and businesses. While the administration frames it as reimbursement for legal fees, critics and some Republicans like John Thune have labeled it a "slush fund."

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### War Powers Resolution, Iran Military Operation Legalities

- **Episode:** [1865: Wide Awakes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1865-wide-awakes.md)
- **Published:** 2026-05-03
- **Time:** 1:11:14–1:14:42
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1865-wide-awakes/chapter/war-powers-resolution-iran-military-operation-legalities.md

The Trump administration is defending its military actions in Iran by classifying them as a "military operation" rather than a formal war to avoid the 60-day deadline of the War Powers Resolution. Attorney Todd Blanche argued that the ongoing ceasefire paused the legal clock, despite criticism from Senator Susan Collins and other lawmakers. The administration maintains that the naval blockade of Iranian ports does not constitute an act of war requiring congressional approval.

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### James Comey, 8647 Indictment, Social Media Threats

- **Episode:** [1864: Pointcast](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1864-pointcast.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-30
- **Time:** 35:14–38:41
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1864-pointcast/chapter/james-comey-8647-indictment-social-media-threats.md

Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted by the Department of Justice over a social media post featuring seashells arranged to read "8647." Prosecutors argue the numbers represent a coded threat to "eliminate" the 47th president, Donald Trump, leading to charges of transmitting threats in interstate commerce.

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### Trump Unity Message, Security Protocol

- **Episode:** [1863: Nekkidly](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1863-nekkidly.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-26
- **Time:** 6:31–7:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1863-nekkidly/chapter/trump-unity-message-security-protocol.md

President Trump delivered a message of national unity following the shooting, urging Americans to resolve differences peacefully. He claimed he fought to stay at the event but was forced to leave by security protocol due to the uncertainty of a lone shooter threat. Trump later held a press conference in his tuxedo to address the record-setting crowd and the evening's violence.

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### Kaitlin Collins, Todd Blanche Apartment Search

- **Episode:** [1863: Nekkidly](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1863-nekkidly.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-26
- **Time:** 7:57–9:55
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1863-nekkidly/chapter/kaitlin-collins-todd-blanche-apartment-search.md

CNN's Kaitlin Collins received an award at the dinner despite her contentious relationship with the President. Trump remained cordial toward her during his remarks, noting that law enforcement was already searching the California apartment of the suspect. Attorney Todd Blanche was also mentioned in relation to the ongoing investigation into the shooter's motivations.

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### Southern Poverty Law Center, Federal Fraud Indictment, and Money Laundering

- **Episode:** [1862: Smear Campaign](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1862-smear-campaign.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-23
- **Time:** 12:31–22:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1862-smear-campaign/chapter/southern-poverty-law-center-federal-fraud-indictment-and-money-laundering.md

The Department of Justice, led by Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, announced an 11-count federal indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) for wire fraud and money laundering. Prosecutors allege the SPLC used shell companies and fictitious entities like "Rare Books Warehouse" to pay informants within extremist groups, effectively manufacturing the extremism they claimed to dismantle. The organization is accused of defrauding donors and banks by hiding these payments through ACH transfers and gift cards.

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### Kash Patel Investigation, DOJ Arrests, and "Disease Temple"

- **Episode:** [1862: Smear Campaign](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1862-smear-campaign.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-23
- **Time:** 45:54–48:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1862-smear-campaign/chapter/kash-patel-investigation-doj-arrests-and-disease-temple.md

During an interview with Maria Bartiromo, Kash Patel claims to have discovered hidden rooms and restricted case files within the FBI that were used to thwart the 2016 election. Working with Attorney General Todd Blanche, Patel suggests that arrests are imminent for those involved in what he calls the "disease temple" of government corruption. He emphasizes that the evidence found covers 20 to 30 years of systemic abuse.

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### Megyn Kelly Criticizes Melania Trump's Call for Epstein Hearings

- **Episode:** [1859: Splashdown](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1859-splashdown.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-12
- **Time:** 11:02–13:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1859-splashdown/chapter/megyn-kelly-criticizes-melania-trump-s-call-for-epstein-hearings.md

Megyn Kelly expressed confusion and skepticism regarding Melania Trump's demand for new congressional hearings for Jeffrey Epstein's victims. Kelly noted that the Trump administration and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche had previously attempted to move past the Epstein scandal by ending disclosures. The critique highlights that many victims have already received payouts from the Epstein fund and are bound by non-disclosure agreements.

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### Todd Blanche Named Interim Attorney General Following Bondi Firing

- **Episode:** [1857: Teen Takeover](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1857-teen-takeover.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-05
- **Time:** 1:08:20–1:11:48
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1857-teen-takeover/chapter/todd-blanche-named-interim-attorney-general-following-bondi-firing.md

President Trump has reportedly replaced Attorney General Pam Bondi with Todd Blanche in an interim capacity. While Lee Zeldin is being considered for the permanent role, Blanche—who has served as Trump’s personal attorney—is currently leading the Justice Department as the administration seeks a candidate who can secure Senate confirmation.

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### Todd Blanche Defends Prosecution of Don Lemon

- **Episode:** [1839: Feces Thesis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1839-feces-thesis.md)
- **Published:** 2026-02-01
- **Time:** 1:10:56–1:15:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1839-feces-thesis/chapter/todd-blanche-defends-prosecution-of-don-lemon.md

Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the federal indictment of Don Lemon during an interview with George Stephanopoulos, stating that "independent journalism" does not include storming a church to disrupt a service. Blanche emphasized that the FACE Act protects religious freedom for all citizens. The discussion also referenced the "Lemon Test," a Supreme Court standard for determining if laws violate the Establishment Clause.

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### Ghislaine Maxwell DOJ Meetings, Presidential Pardon Speculation

- **Episode:** [1785: Mackerels](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1785-mackerels.md)
- **Published:** 2025-07-27
- **Time:** 23:06–28:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1785-mackerels/chapter/ghislaine-maxwell-doj-meetings-presidential-pardon-speculation.md

Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche conducted multi-day, closed-door meetings with convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell in a Florida prison. While Maxwell's attorneys claim she is cooperating freely without a quid pro quo, critics suggest the Trump administration may be seeking a deal to manage the political fallout of the Epstein files.

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### ABC News, Ghislaine Maxwell and Trump Relationship

- **Episode:** [1784: Yakcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1784-yakcasting.md)
- **Published:** 2025-07-24
- **Time:** 2:28:53–2:32:27
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1784-yakcasting/chapter/abc-news-ghislaine-maxwell-and-trump-relationship.md

ABC News reported on the Justice Department's plan to interview Ghislaine Maxwell regarding her knowledge of powerful men involved with Jeffrey Epstein. The report highlighted past comments by Donald Trump wishing Maxwell well and explored their social relationship during the 1990s. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, a former attorney for Trump, is expected to lead the inquiry.

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