Meet the man Trump picked to pursue his war on fraud at the Justice Department

2026-02-25T21:32:37Z

Meet the man Trump picked to pursue his war on fraud at the Justice Department

Sen. Trump has appointed Colin McDonald, a senior Justice Department prosecutor, to lead efforts against fraud within the department, signaling a renewed focus following the president’s State of the Union pledge.

McDonald testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee, stating he would adhere to the department’s tradition of basing actions on evidence and lawful findings, rather than political considerations.

The announcement underscores the administration’s emphasis on prosecuting fraud allegations and reshaping enforcement priorities at the DOJ.