President Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to permanently fill the role, according to two sources present at a dinner with the president on Wednesday evening. The formal public announcement could be made as early as Wednesday night, though the sources emphasized that no decision is finalized until the president makes his own official declaration.

Blanche, who previously served as Trump's personal attorney, was appointed as the Department of Justice's deputy attorney general. He assumed the role of acting attorney general following the departure of Pam Bondi.

The potential nomination comes after Blanche's recent testimony before the House Appropriations Committee on June 2, 2026. The sources, who spoke on condition of anonymity, indicated that the president expressed his decision during the private dinner.

If nominated and confirmed, Blanche would transition from his current interim leadership of the Justice Department to a confirmed, permanent position. This move would solidify his role in the administration's legal and policy enforcement efforts.

Blanche's prior experience as Trump's personal attorney could be a significant factor in his suitability for the nation's top law enforcement job, potentially signaling a close working relationship and shared legal strategy between the president and his nominee.

The timing of the potential announcement, potentially within hours of the sources revealing Trump's intent, suggests a swift move by the president to fill the attorney general vacancy.

Sources cautioned that while the president expressed his intent, the final decision rests with him, and plans can change before a public announcement is made.

Further details regarding the nomination process and any potential confirmation hearings are not yet available.