Newly released emails and documents reveal Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's extensive involvement in overseeing politically motivated investigations within the Department of Justice (DOJ).

The materials, obtained by watchdog group American Oversight, show Blanche's direct role in managing high-profile cases targeting former special counsel Jack Smith, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, and January 6 rioters.Blanche, Trump's former criminal defense attorney and nominee for U.S.Attorney General, coordinated weekly 'weaponization' meetings and reprimanded officials deemed insufficient for their roles.

The documents highlight concerns about the DOJ's independence, with critics alleging Blanche used his position to advance Trump's partisan agenda.

American Oversight's executive director condemned the records, stating they demonstrate Blanche's efforts to weaponize the DOJ against political opponents.

The revelations come as Blanche faces Senate confirmation hearings, with calls for transparency about his leadership of the DOJ amid ongoing ethics investigations.