Understanding the Role and Evolution of the U.S. Attorney General

What was the original nature of the Attorney General's position when it was first established?

• A part-time role with limited duties

• A full-time position with extensive responsibilities

• A ceremonial position with no real power

• A military role within the government

Which significant change in the Attorney General's role occurred in 1870?

• The Attorney General became the President's personal lawyer

• The position was abolished

• The role was merged with the Secretary of State

• The Department of Justice was founded

What are some of the responsibilities of the Attorney General today?

• Advising the President on personal matters

• Overseeing the military

• Launching federal initiatives to combat crimes

• Managing state-level legal issues

Who was the first female Supreme Court Justice nominated by an Attorney General?

• Ruth Bader Ginsburg

• Sonia Sotomayor

• Elena Kagan

• Sandra Day O'Connor

Which Attorney General was the first African-American to hold the position?

• Loretta Lynch

• Eric H. Holder Jr.

• Alberto Gonzalez

• Janet Reno