Interim U.S. Attorney Sarcone Denied Permanent Appointment in Northern New York

John Sarcone III, currently serving as the interim U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of New York, has been denied a permanent appointment by a panel of federal judges. His interim term, initially limited to 120 days, was extended to an acting U.S. Attorney role lasting up to 210 days under the Vacancy Reform Act, allowing him to remain in position pending further action. Despite the judges' rejection of his permanent appointment, Sarcone will continue as acting U.S. Attorney indefinitely unless President Donald J. Trump nominates him for the position and the Senate confirms him, or unless Attorney General Pamela Bondi extends his term. The Senate confirmation process faces challenges due to opposition from New York's senior senator, Charles E. Schumer, who has withheld approval on related nominations. The Northern District of New York covers a large area including Albany, Syracuse, and Binghamton. The Justice Department and Sarcone have not provided additional details on the future of his role following the court's decision.