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Appointment of Department of Justice Anti-Fraud Division Lead

April 1 – April 1, 2026

Where Things Stand

Vice President JD Vance swore in Colin McDonald today as the new head of the Department of Justice anti-fraud division. McDonald will serve as the Assistant Attorney General for Fraud and is responsible for prosecuting anyone who steals taxpayer money. This move is part of a broader effort to increase federal oversight of government spending and reduce waste.

Key Statements

UU.S. Department of Justice

To the American people, my promise to you is this: I will work tirelessly... to ensure that if someone dares to steal your taxpayer dollars, there will be a federal prosecutor on the other end.

This post contains the direct mission statement and promise from the newly appointed lead of the anti-fraud division.

KKaroline Leavitt

Vice President JD Vance will swear in Colin McDonald on Wednesday morning to lead the Department of Justice’s anti-fraud division.

This post confirms the specific timing and the high-level involvement of the Vice President in the appointment.

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