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Trump Nominates Jay Clayton for Southern District of New York Attorney

President-elect Trump has nominated Jay Clayton, former SEC chair, as U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York amid ongoing investigations into high-profile figures.

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Updated: Nov 14th, 2024, 8:30 PM ET

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President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Jay Clayton, former chair of the SEC, as U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York. Clayton's nomination has drawn attention due to his lack of prosecutorial experience, but he is viewed as a respected business leader and public servant. This nomination aligns with ongoing investigations in New York involving prominent figures, including NYC Mayor Eric Adams, raising concerns over potential political motivations. Clayton previously faced backlash during Trump's first term for his attempted appointment following the firing of U.S. attorney Geoffrey Berman.

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