Merrick Brian Garland (born November 13, 1952) is an American lawyer and jurist who served as the 86th United States attorney general from 2021 to 2025. He previously served as a circuit judge of the …

Attorney General Merrick Garland came in with a mission to calm the waters at the Justice Department and restore its reputation for independence after four turbulent years during Donald Trump's presidency.

Jan 2, 2026 · Merrick Garland (born November 13, 1952, Chicago, Illinois) is an American lawyer, judge, and government official who served as U.S. attorney general throughout the administration of Pres. …

Jan 20, 2025 · As the nation’s chief law enforcement officer, Attorney General Garland led the Justice Department’s 115,000 employees, who work across the United States and in more than 50 countries …

May 23, 2025 · Merrick B. Garland brings a unique depth of experience to the practice of law. As the 86th United States Attorney General from 2021 to 2025, Judge Garland oversaw the U.S. …

Nov 3, 2025 · Read CNN’s Merrick Garland Fast Facts and learn more information about the life of the US Attorney General

Trump’s Florida judge is set to decide. Merrick Garland was Biden’s consensus pick. Now everyone hates him.

May 23, 2025 · Former U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland is returning to private practice and joining law firm Arnold & Porter as a partner, the firm said on Friday.

As the nation’s chief law enforcement officer, Attorney General Garland leads the Justice Department’s 115,000 employees, who work across the United States and in more than 50 countries worldwide.

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