Summary
New York Attorney General Letitia James is questioning the legitimacy of John Sarcone serving as the acting U.S. attorney for northern New York. James argues that Sarcone was appointed unlawfully and therefore cannot oversee the investigation into her lawsuits against President Trump and the National Rifle Association. The courts are reviewing whether the appointments of certain U.S. attorneys by the Trump administration were done legally.
Key Facts
- Letitia James is the Attorney General of New York.
- James is challenging John Sarcone's role as acting U.S. attorney for northern New York.
- Sarcone's appointment is in question because it did not go through the usual process.
- Federal law requires U.S. attorney appointments to be confirmed by the Senate.
- If a temporary appointment is not confirmed in 120 days, judges can choose to reappoint or pick someone else.
- A judge recently dismissed charges related to Sarcone's appointment due to legality issues.
- The Justice Department argues that the U.S. attorney general can appoint attorneys and delegate duties.
