Trump Picks James McDonald for Southern District of New York
June 13, 2026·about 22 hours ago·via Fox News Politics

President Trump names James McDonald to lead the powerful Southern District of New York after Jay Clayton’s departure. The post carries major weight because SDNY has long been a weaponized target in the fight over federal power and political lawfare. Trump’s pick signals a desire to put a tougher, more accountable prosecutor in a key office that has too often reflected the priorities of the D.C. establishment. Read more about this...