President Shuffles Justice Department Chain of Command Playbook
Published Date: 1/13/2025
Presidential Document
Summary
The President set a clear backup plan for who takes over if the top Justice Department leaders can’t do their jobs. Four U.S. Attorneys from New York, Arizona, Illinois, and Hawaii are next in line, but only if they’re fully eligible and not just acting temporarily. This new order replaces the old 2017 plan and keeps things running smoothly without extra costs or delays.
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