Donald Trump Nominates Indian-American Harmeet K Dhillon as Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights
Washington, December 10: US President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Indian-American attorney Harmeet K Dhillon for the position of Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights at the Department of Justice. The announcement was made through Trump’s official Truth Social account on Monday.
“I am pleased to nominate Harmeet K Dhillon as Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights at the US Department of Justice,” Trump wrote, highlighting her experience and dedication to upholding civil rights in the country.
Dhillon, a prominent Republican lawyer and political activist, has been a vocal advocate for conservative causes. She has served as the National Committeewoman of the Republican National Committee for California and is the founder of the Dhillon Law Group, which specializes in civil rights and First Amendment cases.
The nomination has drawn praise from conservative circles, with many citing Dhillon’s legal expertise and commitment to constitutional principles. If confirmed, she would play a key role in overseeing federal civil rights policies and ensuring their enforcement.
Dhillon’s nomination also marks another significant milestone for Indian-Americans in US politics, further highlighting their growing representation in key government positions.