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Senate Confirms McDonald as Assistant AG Amid Fraud Concerns

3/25/2026

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The Senate confirmed Colin McDonald as the assistant attorney general for a new Justice Department division to prosecute fraud, in a 52-47 vote.
Critics warn the role could be politically misused, given investigations into Trump opponents and concerns about the division's independence.
Vice President JD Vance will lead an anti-fraud task force, focusing on fraud in Minnesota and beyond.
The move follows Minnesota fraud allegations, including $300 million pandemic-related scheme.

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The Senate confirmed Colin McDonald as the assistant attorney general for a new Justice Department division to prosecute fraud, in a 52-47 vote.
Critics warn the role could be politically misused, given investigations into Trump opponents and concerns about the division's independence.
Vice President JD Vance will lead an anti-fraud task force, focusing on fraud in Minnesota and beyond.
The move follows Minnesota fraud allegations, including $300 million pandemic-related scheme.