During a weekend interview on the program "Mehdi Unfiltered," former Trump White House lawyer Ty Cobb expressed concerns regarding the professional independence of Todd Blanche, who has been tapped by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as acting Attorney General. Cobb’s comments centered on whether Blanche would be capable of resisting potential pressure from the White House to manufacture or pursue evidence against political opponents.

Cobb, who served in the Trump administration during the Mueller investigation, explicitly stated that Blanche has already demonstrated "total fealty" to Trump. This assessment comes as the transition team prepares for the new administration, with Blanche’s nomination serving as a focal point for critics concerned about the politicization of the Department of Justice. Cobb’s remarks suggest a skepticism that Blanche will act as a check on executive power, a role traditionally expected of the Attorney General.

While Cobb’s critique is rooted in his own experience within the Trump orbit, the interview highlights a broader debate regarding the loyalty expected of appointees in the incoming administration. The Hill reports that Cobb’s assessment was prompted by a direct question regarding Blanche’s willingness to stand up to the president if asked to act on questionable or fabricated evidence. As of now, neither Blanche nor the Trump transition team has issued a formal response to Cobb’s specific characterization of their professional relationship.