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Trump to appoint James McDonald as SDNY U.S. attorney
Filed: Jun 13, 2026 at 6:02 PM ET
Summary: President Donald Trump announces intent to appoint James M. McDonald to lead the Southern District of New York after Jay Clayton.
WHO: President Donald Trump
WHAT: Announces intent to appoint James M. McDonald as the next U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, replacing Jay Clayton
WHEN: Jun 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Jay Clayton was nominated to become director of national intelligence, prompting the SDNY leadership change.
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