The importance of the attorney general position has come to the fore for Donald Trump's administration as it prepares to take office for a new term as president of the United States. He plans to appoint an attorney general to represent his administration. Trump's main goals are to launch a sweeping anti-immigration crackdown, pardon those accused of the January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol, and take action against cases filed against him during the Biden administration. British news agency Reuters reported this news.
First-term attorney generals like Jeff Sessions and Bill Barr clashed with the Trump administration. They were seen as an 'obstacle' to Trump's demands. This time he wants to appoint an attorney general who will play a strong role in implementing the goals of his administration. His elected representative, Mark Pauletta, has already warned that those who can't keep up with the administration's work could lose their jobs.
A key part of Trump's plan is his administration's creation of a well-organized judiciary. Additionally, his administration's plan would prioritize immigration-related cases and mandate cooperation in enforcing federal immigration laws for those seeking judicial grants.
According to legal experts, the promise to use the judiciary against political opponents could affect the independence of the US judiciary. Such a move, they say, could jeopardize the principles of post-judicial principles and good governance.
During the campaign, Trump promised his supporters that he would retaliate against the judges in his case. In particular, those who took action against him in his first term, he said, will be investigated.
Possible candidates for attorney general in this context include Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey, former Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Jay Clayton, Sullivan & Cromwell's Robert Giuffra and Mark Whittaker.
Meanwhile, many government officials have expressed concern about Trump's second term rule. Lawyer Mark Zeid said many are worried and planning to stay out of the country for the swearing-in day in January next year.
