Trump to name one of his personal lawyers for powerful Southern District of New York, which handles terrorism, espionage, and securities cases

President Donald Trump announced his intention to appoint James M. McDonald, one of his personal lawyers, as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. McDonald, a former federal prosecutor and current partner at Sullivan & Cromwell, will replace Jay Clayton, who is being considered for the director of national intelligence role. McDonald has been involved in Trump’s legal team and previously worked in the White House under President George W. Bush.