Merrick Garland (Attorney General)

Merrick Garland is the Attorney General of the United States, appointed by President Joe Biden and taking office in March 2021. As the head of the U.S. Department of Justice, he oversees federal law enforcement and legal affairs, ensuring the fair application of the law. Garland previously served as a judge on the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals and was nominated to the Supreme Court by President Obama in 2016, although he never received a hearing. Known for his commitment to justice and integrity, Garland's work focuses on issues like civil rights, criminal justice reform, and combating domestic extremism.