Acting attorney general considered for permanent role

The president stated during a Wednesday interview on Pod Force One that the acting attorney general would likely receive a permanent appointment. The president described the official as a talented individual who is performing well in the role. The acting attorney general was appointed in April after the prior attorney general was removed from the position.

The official has overseen several department actions, including new criminal charges against a former FBI director and an expanded inquiry involving a former CIA director.

Department actions under current leadership Press releases concerning prosecutions of individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol events were removed. A proposed $1.8 billion fund intended to compensate certain individuals was announced and later canceled following public criticism.

The acting attorney general also confirmed during a House appropriations committee hearing that an existing agreement remains in place preventing IRS audits of the president, family members, and related entities. The president defended the compensation fund concept during the interview, stating that affected individuals had been harmed and should receive reimbursement.