Acting AG Todd Blanche recused himself from the investigation, sources said. The Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll, the former Elle magazine columnist who accused President Donald Trump of sexual assault, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter.  The investigation is allegedly centered around whether Carroll committed perjury during her civil lawsuits against President Trump, after which she was awarded a $5 million judgment , the sources said.  Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche recused himself from the investigation, given his past representation of Trump in the matter, the sources said. E. Jean Carroll attends the Time100 Gala, April 25, 2024, in New York City. Evan Agostini/Invision/AP CNN first reported news of the investigation, which sources said is being led by the U.S.…