United States Attorney Jason M. Frierson Announces Resignation

LAS VEGAS - United States Attorney Jason M. Frierson is resigning on January 17, 2025. He has served in the position since May 2022.

Mr. Frierson was nominated by President Joseph R. Biden on November 15, 2021, and confirmed by the United States Senate on April 27, 2022. He is the first African American to hold the position in the District of Nevada. Mr. Frierson leads a team of over 100 prosecutors and staff professionals with offices located in Las Vegas and Reno.

In addition to his duties as United States Attorney, he served on the Attorney General's Advisory Committee's Subcommittees on Voting Rights and Native American Issues.

Statement from United States Attorney Frierson:

"It has been the honor of my lifetime to serve as United States Attorney for the District of Nevada. I thank President Biden for nominating me and am grateful to Senator Catherine Cortez-Masto and Senator Jacky Rosen for their support and confidence in me to lead our team of dedicated public servants to carry out the Justice Department's mission. Every day, I held each team member to the highest standards to gain the trust of the public we serve, and of our partners in law enforcement. As a team, we have valued integrity, respect and compassion, and excellence in all that we do to make Nevada a safer place. I am also grateful to have been able to work alongside local, state, tribal, and federal partners to build effective relationships that advance the cause of doing the right thing. Together, we prioritized taking guns off the streets, fighting drug trafficking, and reducing violent crime. I have been especially fortunate to be the face of the Office in the community we serve, increasing our presence in the District and fostering strong relationships with local organizations and law enforcement leadership. I look forward to seeing the continued success and courageous work ahead for the Office."

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