United States Deputy Attorney General

The United States Deputy Attorney General is the second highest ranking official in the United States Department of Justice (DOJ). The Deputy Attorney General manages the day-to-day activities of the Department of Justice. It may act as Attorney General during the absence of the Attorney General. President of the United States appoints the Deputy Attorney General with the advice and consent of the United States Senate. The Office of the Deputy Attorney General was created in 1950.

United States Deputy Attorney General
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File:DAG DAG Todd Blanche Official Port.jpg Incumbent Todd Blanche since March 6, 2025
United States Department of Justice
Style	Madam. Deputy Attorney General
Reports to	United States Attorney General
Seat	Department of Justice Headquarters, Washington, D.C.
Appointer	The President with Senate advice and consent
Formation	May 24, 1950
First holder	Peyton Ford
Salary	Executive Schedule, Level II
Website	www.justice.gov/dag

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