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Today in History: Janet Reno confirmed as first female attorney general

3/11/2026

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On March 11, 1993, the U.S. Senate unanimously confirmed Janet Reno as the first female United States attorney general. Serving under President Bill Clinton, Reno became the second-longest serving attorney general in history, overseeing the Department of Justice and acting as the chief law enforcement officer of the federal government.

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On March 11, 1993, the U.S. Senate unanimously confirmed Janet Reno as the first female United States attorney general. Serving under President Bill Clinton, Reno became the second-longest serving attorney general in history, overseeing the Department of Justice and acting as the chief law enforcement officer of the federal government.