
James M. McDonald
James M. McDonald is a notable American lawyer who has recently been appointed as the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. He previously served as a partner at the prestigious law firm Sullivan & Cromwell and gained recognition for representing former President Donald Trump in his appeal of a criminal conviction. McDonald has a background as a federal prosecutor in Manhattan, and his appointment follows a selection by Trump to succeed Jay Clayton, the former U.S. attorney who has since become the director of national intelligence.
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James M. McDonald was appointed as the U.S. attorney in Manhattan after representing President Trump in his criminal appeal.
Lawyer Who Represented Trump Is Appointed U.S. Attorney in ManhattanThe New York Times·
United States· 2026-07-30

