Dick Durbin & James Comey

Dick Durbin: Ranking Democrat on the committee; criticized Blanche for acting as Trump's personal attorney and pressed him on meeting with accusers.

James Comey: Former FBI Director indicted under Blanche's DOJ; his case is cited as evidence of weaponization.

Dick Durbin: Dick Durbin, the top Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee, strongly criticized Todd Blanche's nomination, accusing him of ignoring Donald Trump's 'corrupt enterprise'.

James Comey: James Comey, former FBI Director, has been indicted a second time by the United States — United States Department of Justice under Todd Blanche's leadership, accused of threatening Donald Trump, which Comey claims is politically motivated.

Dick Durbin: Led Democratic opposition, arguing that Blanche's confirmation would be a 'serious mistake' and that he would prioritize loyalty to Trump over the rule of law.

James Comey: Indicted under Blanche's leadership, his case is seen as an example of the Justice Department's politicization. The indictment has been criticized as politically motivated.

Dick Durbin: Durbin, as ranking member, is a recipient of the letter and likely opposes Blanche's confirmation.

James Comey: Comey is cited as a target of Blanche's vindictive prosecutions; the event highlights DOJ's politicization.