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Trump supports Jay Clayton's confirmation as U.S. Attorney, while Chuck Schumer's bloc could block it. Trump also wants to approve Jamie McDonald's nomination.

1 report, 1 independent Updated Jun 17

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Donald Trump Jay Clayton Chuck Schumer Jamie McDonald

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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
- Executive orders sought by Trump to rename Lake Ontario to 'Lake America', claims North America including Canada as US territory, and pursues claims over Greenland territory.Sat 16:38
- NPR investigated a detention plan implemented by the Trump administration, involving DHS policy officials.Sat 01:29
Jay Clayton
American lawyer
- Donald Trump appointed Stephen Miller as Chief of Staff and considered Jay Clayton for a White House role, while Miller threatened to fire staff members.Sat 01:12
Chuck Schumer
American politician (born 1950)
- Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries both hold key leadership positions within Congress.Sat 16:40
- Democrats have captured both the House and Senate, leading to promises of lower living costs and congratulations from Donald Trump.Sat 01:22
Jamie McDonald
Australian media personality

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Jun 17townhall.com