The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general in a 50-49 vote, drawing sharp criticism from New Mexico senators Ben Ray Luján and Martin Heinrich. NEW MEXICO – The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general in a 50-49 vote, drawing sharp criticism from New Mexico senators Ben Ray Luján and Martin Heinrich. Later in his statement, Heinrich referenced New Mexico’s ongoing legal battle against the Justice Department. Earlier this year, the New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) reopened its investigation into Epstein’s alleged crimes in New Mexico. Todd Blanche has made it abundantly clear that he is not that person.”