President Donald Trump announced on June 13, 2026, that he will appoint James M. McDonald, one of his personal lawyers, as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. This position is responsible for overseeing federal prosecutions in Manhattan.
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Trump announces appointment of James M. McDonald as U.S. Attorney for Southern District of New York
On June 13, 2026, President Donald Trump stated he will appoint James M. McDonald as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. McDonald is currently one of Trump's personal lawyers.
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