### Trump Nominates Jay Clayton as Federal Prosecutor for Southern District of New York

Former SEC Chairman and corporate lawyer Jay Clayton has been nominated by President-elect Donald J. Trump to be the federal prosecutor for the Southern District of New York. This position, which is one of the most prestigious in the nation, will play a significant role as Trump has vowed retribution against those who prosecuted him.

Trump announced the decision on his social media platform, Truth Social, describing Clayton as "a highly respected business leader, counsel, and public servant." However, Clayton's appointment is contingent upon Senate confirmation.

The Southern District of New York oversees major businesses and financial entities in America and has a reputation for aggressively targeting political corruption. With this role, Clayton would be in a strategically important position for Trump, who was recently convicted of 34 felonies in a New York State Supreme Court hush-money case.

During his campaign, Trump expressed his intention to seek retribution against key officials involved in his prosecution. These include Alvin Bragg, the Manhattan district attorney; Justice Arthur Engoron, who ordered Trump to pay $454 million after a civil fraud lawsuit; and state attorney general Letitia James, whose office initiated the case.

Jay Clayton, an attorney at Sullivan & Cromwell, has previously served as an advisor to Trump and was considered for the role of U.S. attorney general before Trump chose Matt Gaetz, a former Republican congressman and ardent supporter, for the position.

In his past role as the SEC Chairman, Clayton was the top Wall Street enforcer in Trump's first administration, which aligns closely with Trump's preference for Clayton's rigorous approach to law enforcement and regulatory matters.