United States Attorney's Office for the Western District of Wisconsin
02/02/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/02/2026 13:36
Chadwick M. Elgersma Appointed U.S. Attorney for The Western District of Wisconsin
MADISON, WIS. - Chadwick M. Elgersma has been appointed as United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin. Chief U.S. District Court Judge James D. Peterson signed the order on January 22, 2026.
"I am honored to serve as United States Attorney," said Mr. Elgersma. "I thank the Court, President Trump, and Attorney General Bondi for the trust they placed in me, and I pledge to work closely with my federal, state, and local law enforcement partners to keep our communities safe."
As U.S. Attorney, Mr. Elgersma will be responsible for overseeing federal criminal prosecutions and civil litigation involving the United States in the Western District of Wisconsin. The Western District of Wisconsin encompasses the western 44 counties in Wisconsin.
Chief Judge Peterson's order can be found in the News & Announcements section of the district court's website located at www.wiwd.uscourts.gov.
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