Eric Schmitt withdraws from Trump attorney general consideration to remain in Senate

Senator Eric Schmitt, a Republican from Missouri, has made the decision to withdraw his name from consideration for the position of attorney general in President-elect Trump’s administration. This announcement was made on Monday, with Schmitt citing his recent election to the U.S. Senate in 2022 as the primary reason for his decision. He expressed his desire to continue representing the interests of Missouri voters in the Senate, rather than taking on a role in the federal government.

In a statement, Schmitt emphasized his commitment to the people of Missouri and his dedication to supporting President Trump’s agenda. He highlighted the importance of securing the border, promoting energy independence, and advocating for the forgotten men and women of the country. Schmitt expressed his readiness to champion President Trump’s initiatives in the Senate and work towards fulfilling the mandate given by the American people.

Prior to his election to the U.S. Senate, Schmitt served as the attorney general of Missouri. President Trump has been relatively quiet on staffing announcements following his recent victory over Vice President Kamala Harris. However, he has named Susie Wiles as the White House chief of staff and appointed Tom Homan as his border czar.

Additionally, Trump has selected Representative Elise Stefanik from New York to serve as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations and appointed Stephen Miller as the White House deputy chief of staff for policy. Stefanik, a prominent figure in the GOP, has been vocal on various issues, including advocating for Israel and addressing what she refers to as the “Biden Crime Family.”

Stefanik made headlines for her questioning of Ivy League university presidents regarding rising antisemitism on college campuses following terrorist attacks on Israel. She expressed her commitment to advancing President Trump’s foreign policy agenda and restoring America’s leadership on the world stage.

The decision by Senator Schmitt to decline the position of attorney general underscores the ongoing transition within the Trump administration as key roles are being filled. As the administration prepares to take office, the focus remains on addressing critical issues and advancing the President’s policy priorities.