James McDonald.
Non-fiction writer (21st century)
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Trump nominated Jay Clayton for DNI, while Democrats opposed the current acting DNI, Bill Pulte, and nominated McDonald for U.S. Attorney.Well supported3 reports
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Donald Trump appointed James McDonald to a prosecutorial office, while a framework agreement targeting sanctions relief was discussed. Separately, Chris Coons announced his bid for another term in office.Some support2 reports
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Donald Trump is facing political pressure regarding Bill Pulte's confirmation, while James McDonald handles various lawsuits on his behalf.Some support1 report
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Trump intends to appoint James McDonald as U.S. Attorney, replacing Jay Clayton, effective June 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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News at the entities that move James McDonald most-
Donald Trump StructuralThe Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Moves James McDonald
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Jay Clayton StructuralDonald Trump appoints Bill Pulte as DNI; Pulte splits time between DC and Florida, while Kash Patel faces criticism for jet misuse.Moves James McDonald
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George W. Bush StructuralGeorge W. Bush will speak at Applied Net 2026 as Taylor Rhodes exits his CEO role and Graham Blackwell takes over.Moves James McDonald
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New York City StructuralJoint entities are driving a high volume of General Obligation bond issuance in New York City.Moves James McDonald
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Live Nation Entertainment TransactionalThe ARIRANG world tour, featuring BTS, earned over $465 million in Q3 2026 across global stops including Las Vegas, London, and Colombia.Moves James McDonald
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Clayton TransactionalJay Clayton is delaying nomination to intelligence leadership.Moves James McDonald
Connections
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Clayton Transactional
James McDonald was nominated to replace Clayton as US Attorney.
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Donald Trump Structural
Donald Trump appointed James McDonald to a prosecutorial role where he represents Trump in legal matters.
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Southern District Structural
James McDonald serves as a deputy US Attorney for the Southern District.
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New York City Structural
James McDonald functions as the NYS Health Commissioner, a role integral to the governance of New York City.
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Live Nation Entertainment Transactional
Live Nation hired James McDonald to serve as a lobbyist for the company's interests.
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George W. Bush Structural
James McDonald worked in the White House counsel's office under George W. Bush.
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Jay Clayton Structural
Evidence indicates a succession scenario where James McDonald is replacing Jay Clayton in a regulatory role.
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Manhattan Shared context
James McDonald's district includes Manhattan.
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Boeing Mentioned together
McDonald mentions personnel associated with Boeing.
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Southern District Shared context
James McDonald served as an assistant US attorney within the Southern District.
History
Events by the month they beganJune 2026
4 events- Trump nominated Jay Clayton for DNI, while Democrats opposed the current acting DNI, Bill Pulte, and nominated McDonald for U.S. Attorney.
- Donald Trump appointed James McDonald to a prosecutorial office, while a framework agreement targeting sanctions relief was discussed. Separately, Chris Coons announced his bid for another term in office.
- Donald Trump is facing political pressure regarding Bill Pulte's confirmation, while James McDonald handles various lawsuits on his behalf.
- Trump intends to appoint James McDonald as U.S. Attorney, replacing Jay Clayton, effective June 1, 2026.