Leah Belaire Foley appointed US Attorney for Massachusetts

Leah Belaire Foley has officially been sworn in as the new U.S. Attorney for the District of Massachusetts, replacing Joshua Levy, who stepped down last week. Appointed by Acting Attorney General James McHenry, Foley has over 23 years of experience as a federal prosecutor, most recently serving in the Narcotics & Money Laundering Unit and overseeing Boston's Organized Crime & Drug Enforcement Task Force. In her statement, Foley expressed her commitment to public service and the rule of law, stating it is an honor to serve as the chief federal law enforcement officer in Massachusetts. Her extensive background includes prosecuting a range of serious crimes, including drug trafficking and human trafficking, and she is expected to focus on similar priorities in her new role. Foley was previously considered for the position under the Trump administration in 2017 but was ultimately not selected. Legal experts anticipate her nomination for the permanent position, as she begins her tenure with immediate effect.