Attorney General Todd Blanche's legal troubles deepened as a federal judge ruled that prosecutors failed to properly source information from the Justice Department's subpoenas targeting New York Times reporters.

The judge ordered the subpoenas to be withdrawn, citing federal regulations requiring alternative sources before demanding information from news media.

Legal expert Lisa Rubin highlighted the significance of the ruling, noting that the judge's admission that Blanche personally authorized the subpoenas could impact his confirmation process.The case underscores growing scrutiny of Blanche's leadership amid debates over his nomination to the Justice Department.

The incident highlights tensions between media freedom and government investigations, with implications for both legal procedures and political confirmation battles.

Rubin emphasized that the admission by prosecutors, who admitted the subpoenas were not properly sourced, could further complicate Blanche's already contentious confirmation prospects.The ruling marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing legal and political landscape surrounding the Justice Department's role in media investigations.