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President Donald Trump announced his intent Saturday to nominate James M. McDonald as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York.

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Who
President Donald Trump, James M. McDonald
What
President Donald Trump announced his intent Saturday to nominate James M. McDonald as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York.
When
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 19:57:55 GMT · 4h 25m ago
Where
Washington ·
Why
McDonald would replace Jay Clayton, who Trump nominated this week for the role of director of national intelligence.
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If confirmed, McDonald would oversee a prestigious Justice Department prosecution office in Manhattan, handling cases ranging from terrorism to public corruption. This appointment could influence high-profile legal actions and the broader direction of federal law enforcement in a key region.

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