Dick Durbin criticizes Trump's Justice Department nominations as personal vendettas

Senator Dick Durbin has criticized President-elect Donald Trump's nominations for the Justice Department, claiming Trump aims to "weaponise" the department for personal vendettas. This includes the controversial nomination of Matt Gaetz, who resigned amid a sex trafficking investigation. Trump has appointed his criminal defense attorneys, Todd Blanche and Emily Bove, to key positions in the Justice Department. Blanche is nominated for deputy attorney general, while Bove will temporarily serve as acting deputy until Blanche's confirmation. As Trump prepares to take office, special counsel Jack Smith is expected to resign, completing his investigations into Trump’s actions. Trump's legal challenges may diminish due to policies that protect sitting presidents from prosecution.