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Senate Confirms Darin Smith as Wyoming U.S. Attorney Amid Controversy

5/22/2026

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The U.S. Senate confirmed former state senator Darin Smith as U.S. Attorney for Wyoming's federal district.
Critics say his anti-LGBTQ stance and no courtroom experience disqualify him.
President Donald Trump named him interim U.S. Attorney in July despite only a law-student internship.
He previously worked for the Family Research Council and co-sponsored Wyoming bills banning drag shows and tying restroom use to sex assigned at birth.

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The U.S. Senate confirmed former state senator Darin Smith as U.S. Attorney for Wyoming's federal district.
Critics say his anti-LGBTQ stance and no courtroom experience disqualify him.
President Donald Trump named him interim U.S. Attorney in July despite only a law-student internship.
He previously worked for the Family Research Council and co-sponsored Wyoming bills banning drag shows and tying restroom use to sex assigned at birth.