U.S. Senators press Deputy AG Todd Blanche over 2025 crypto divestment and DOJ unit shutdown

On January 28, 2026, several U.S. Senators sent a letter to Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche questioning the Department of Justice's decision to dismantle its crypto enforcement unit after he reported significant digital asset holdings. The lawmakers argue his actions may violate federal conflict-of-interest rules, while also highlighting 2025 data showing illicit crypto volume of $158 billion and a sharp rise in activity tied to sanctioned entities.