us attorney general

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Definition

Noun: * The chief law officer of the federal government of the United States and head of the U.S. Department of Justice: The U.S. Attorney General is a member of the President's Cabinet, serving as the principal advisor to the President on legal matters and overseeing the enforcement of federal laws.

Usage
  • The U.S. Attorney General is nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate.
  • As the nation's top law enforcement official, the U.S. Attorney General represents the United States in legal matters.
  • The decision to appeal the court ruling was made by the U.S. Attorney General.
Examples
  • The U.S. Attorney General held a press conference to announce the new initiative.
  • A key responsibility of the U.S. Attorney General is to ensure the even-handed application of justice.
  • Historically, Edmund Randolph was the first Attorney General, appointed by President Washington.
Advanced Usage
  • The role of the U.S. Attorney General can involve significant political and legal scrutiny, especially in high-profile cases.
  • While the U.S. Attorney General leads the Department of Justice, individual U.S. Attorneys in federal judicial districts handle local prosecutions.
Variants and Related Words
  • Attorney General (AG): A common abbreviated title. (e.g., )
  • Department of Justice (DOJ): The federal department headed by the Attorney General.
  • Solicitor General: The law officer responsible for representing the U.S. government before the Supreme Court, who reports to the Attorney General.
Synonyms
  • Chief Law Officer (of the United States)
  • Head of the Justice Department
Notes on Meaning

This term specifically refers to the federal, national-level position. Individual states also have their own Attorneys General, who are the chief legal officers for their respective state governments. The context usually makes it clear whether the federal or a state official is being discussed.

Noun
  1. the person who holds the position of secretary of the Justice Department
    • Edmund Randolph was the first Attorney General, appointed by President Washington

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