Merrick Garland
Merrick Garland (born 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 United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit from 1997 to 2021, including as chief judge from 2013 to 2020. In 2016, President Barack Obama nominated him to the U.S. Supreme Court, but the Senate refused to hold a confirmation hearing or vote.
Offices held
Mar 11, 2021 – Jan 20, 2025
Preceded by
John Demers Succeeded by
Pam Bondi
John Demers Succeeded by
Pam Bondi
Affiliations
Education
Timeline
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