Merrick Garland, once President Obama’s choice for the Supreme Court of the United States was sworn in as Attorney General of the United States today by Vice President Kamala Devi Harris. Welcome to the people’s lawyer! He was sworn in at the Department of Justice, a return to tradition.
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His wife Lynn sure looks proud!
Earlier today AG Garland was greeted with applause as he returned to the Justice Department.
General Garland says it feels like coming home.
NBC: “Attorney General Merrick Garland spoke to the Department of Justice as he arrived for his first day in his new position. He stressed how the department should focus on the pursuit of "equal justice" and thanked all members for their service.” Video: