Is William Barr A-List?
No — William Barr is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2019
Second Attorney General Appointment
Lost A-list status in 2020
Dropped to B tier — Resignation Amid Controversy
Ranking Timeline
First Attorney General Appointment
Appointed as Attorney General under President George H.W. Bush.
Returns to Private Practice
Moves into a more lucrative private sector position.
Second Attorney General Appointment
Returns as Attorney General under President Donald Trump.
Resignation Amid Controversy
Resigns after disputes over the 2020 election results.
Publishes 'One Damn Thing'
Publishes memoir defending actions as AG.
Legal and Political Commentator
Remains an influential figure in legal and political circles.
Last updated: February 25, 2026