About
Jeff Sessions is an American politician and attorney with a long career in public service. He served as the 84th United States Attorney General from 2017 to 2018 under President Donald Trump. Prior to that, he represented Alabama in the United States Senate from 1997 to 2017. Sessions is a member of the Republican Party and is known for his conservative views on issues such as immigration and criminal justice.
Career Timeline
Elected to the Senate
Elected as a U.S. Senator for Alabama.
Hurricane Katrina Controversy
Criticized for his handling of Hurricane Katrina relief efforts.
Trump Campaign Advisor
Serves as a key advisor to Donald Trump's presidential campaign.
Appointed Attorney General
Appointed as the 84th Attorney General of the United States.
Recusal From Russia Probe
Recuses himself from the Russia investigation, angering Trump.
Fired by President Trump
Fired from his position as Attorney General by President Trump.
Senate Seat Loss
Unsuccessfully seeks to reclaim his former Senate seat.
Conservative Voice
Remains a prominent conservative voice, but largely out of power.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026