Governor Mike Parson announces Eric Schmitt as Attorney General of Missouri

On Tuesday, Governor Mike Parson announced Eric Schmitt as the next Attorney General of Missouri.

Governor Parson said, “As Governor, I take the responsibility to make appointments very seriously. Now that Josh Hawley will soon be serving in the United States Senate, I have the responsibility to ensure we provide stability and instill confidence for all Missourians that their government will continue to work for them.”

“I am incredibly proud and pleased to announce that Eric Schmitt will be Missouri’s next Attorney General. It was important to appoint someone who has already been thoroughly vetted by the people of Missouri. Eric is someone who I highly respect, personally trust, and have full confidence to serve as Missouri’s chief law enforcement officer,” said Governor Parson.

Josh Hawley will resign from the Office of Attorney General effective Jan. 3, 2019.