Brooklyn federal prosecutor Loretta Lynch has been nominated as the replacement of outgoing Attorney General Eric Holder by US President Barack Obama.
According to New York Daily News, Obama, just hours after hedging on his pick, declared he would go with Lynch to follow Holder as the nation's No. 1 prosecutor.
If the Senate approves the president's choice, Lynch will become the nation's first black female attorney and also the second female attorney general, following Janet Reno.
Lauding the decision to nominate Lynch, New York City Mayor de Blasio said that the nation was about to meet Loretta Lynch for the first time, adding that she was already known for her character, toughness and uncompromising sense of justice in the five boroughs.
The Brooklyn federal prosecutor was reportedly appointed by Obama to her current job atop the Eastern District in May 2010.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app