Peter Wehner

William Barr, a former attorney general under Donald Trump, has written a lukewarm endorsement of Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general, acknowledging Blanche's qualifications but implying Trump's influence makes effective leadership at the Justice Department impossible. Barr emphasizes the need for the DOJ to operate without political interference, a stance that contrasts with Trump's apparent desire for a politically aligned attorney general.

The article criticizes Pete Hegseth, described as the 'self-declared secretary of war,' for his perceived unprofessional and overly performative behavior in his military role. It highlights his public statements, such as advocating for renaming the Department of Defense to 'Department of War,' as corny and unserious, with a colleague noting his 'moral unseriousness.'