Joe Biden has selected Judge Merrick Garland to serve as attorney general - Politico

Two sources confirmed the choice

Last updated: January 06, 2021 | 21:43

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US President-elect Joe Biden delivers remarks on national security and foreign policy at his transition headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware, US, December 28, 2020.

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Washington: President-elect Joe Biden has selected Judge Merrick Garland to serve as his attorney general, Politico reported on Wednesday, citing two people with knowledge of the decision.

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Joe Biden has selected Judge Merrick Garland to serve as attorney general - Politico

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