Biden announced Rollins as one of eight nominees to serve as U.S. attorneys. In 2018, Rollins topped a five-person Democratic primary for Suffolk DA with 39% of the vote, then took 80% of the vote in the general election. Baker, a Republican, would be responsible for selecting an interim Suffolk County district attorney to succeed Rollins until the 2022 election if she departs. He could tap a member of his own party — who did not have a candidate on the ballot last cycle — but such a move could rankle legislative leaders and many Suffolk County voters. Rollins' departure would require Boston voters to select a new district attorney in 2022, one year after they will choose a permanent mayor to serve a full term.

Source: MetroXpress July 26, 2021 19:18 UTC