Trump taps Nolan as top federal prosecutor

President Donald Trump on Friday nominated Assistant U.S. Attorney Christina Nolan to the position of U.S. attorney, the top federal prosecutor’s job in Vermont.
If confirmed by the Senate, she’ll replace Eric Miller, an appointee of former President Barack Obama. Miller resigned in February.
The president followed recommendations made earlier this year by Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., and Gov. Phil Scott, a Republican frequently critical of the president. The two issued a statement wel