tenure

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Barshay’s tenure has helped Paul Weiss achieve record revenue of $3.2 billion last year, doubling its size in the past decade.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

The justice department under her tenure faced questions over its handling of the investigation into federal immigration agents fatally shooting two people during confrontations in Minneapolis, Minnesota, which sparked nationwide demonstrations in January.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

McAfee was among those hopeful that Kennedy’s tenure would usher in a more favorable regulatory environment for raw dairy producers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

The chief of staff of the Air Force also announced his retirement without explanation just two years into a four-year term, while the head of US Southern Command retired a year into his tenure.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

No one seemed to mind that Old Chao had not only been granted tenure but was now acting chairman of Ralph’s department.

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen