Attorney General Merrick Garland to Undergo Surgery for Spinal Stenosis

Mr. Garland’s procedure is reportedly minimally invasive and expected to last around 90 minutes.

Attorney General Merrick Garland testifies before the House Judiciary Committee in the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington on Sept. 20, 2023. Win McNamee/Getty Images

Attorney General Merrick Garland is scheduled for surgery to treat spinal stenosis this weekend, a spokeswoman for the Justice Department announced Monday.

Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco will be in charge until Mr. Garland’s return the following week, Politico reported.