Chicago A Step Closer To Getting New Top Federal Prosecutor

Chicago A Step Closer To Getting New Top Federal Prosecutor

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The Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously approved the nomination of John Lausch for the next U.S. District Attorney of Northern Illinois this week. Lausch is a former federal prosecutor currently working as a partner in a Chicago law firm. A longtime colleague describes him as a “down to earth” guy who has strong connections to local law enforcement. His nomination still needs to be confirmed by the full Senate.