Trump Transition Live Updates: Trump Struggling with Attorney General Decision, Sources Say

Trump Weighs Sessions, Christie for Attorney General

President-elect Donald Trump is struggling to decide on an attorney general nominee, sources said Thursday, weighing the candidacies of former Alabama Sen. Jeff Sessions and New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie.

Sessions, an early and vocal supporter of Trump, is considered the favorite for the job, but Christie, a former federal prosecutor who led Trump’s transition team, is also in the running.

Trump Said to Be Undecided

Trump has not made a final decision and is expected to continue interviewing candidates in the coming days.

Sources said Trump is torn between Sessions, a conservative firebrand who would likely appeal to the Republican base, and Christie, a more moderate choice who could help Trump reach out to Democrats and independents.

Christie Appealing to Trump’s Inner Circle

Christie has the support of some of Trump’s closest advisers, including his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, and his chief strategist, Steve Bannon.

Sessions, on the other hand, has the backing of many conservative groups and Republican lawmakers.

Decision Expected Soon

Trump is expected to make a decision on his attorney general nominee before the end of the month.

The attorney general is the head of the Justice Department and is responsible for enforcing federal laws and representing the United States in court.