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Senate Confirms Colin McDonald to Lead DOJ Fraud Division

3/25/2026

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Senate confirmed Colin McDonald as head of the Department of Justice's fraud division to prosecute cases in California.
McDonald, a former assistant U.S. Attorney, has handled fraud cases including Honolulu Police Chief Louis Kealoha's conviction.
Vice President JD Vance praised McDonald as an asset in the War on Fraud.
California Governor Gavin Newsom's office says it has revoked hospice licenses amid ongoing investigations.
Newsom dismissed fraud allegations as political theater.

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Senate confirmed Colin McDonald as head of the Department of Justice's fraud division to prosecute cases in California.
McDonald, a former assistant U.S. Attorney, has handled fraud cases including Honolulu Police Chief Louis Kealoha's conviction.
Vice President JD Vance praised McDonald as an asset in the War on Fraud.
California Governor Gavin Newsom's office says it has revoked hospice licenses amid ongoing investigations.
Newsom dismissed fraud allegations as political theater.