Brooklyn U.S. Attorney Breon Peace to Resign in 2025

Breon Peace, the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York, announced his resignation effective January 10, 2025, ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration. Carolyn Pokorny, the First Assistant U.S. Attorney, will serve as acting U.S. Attorney until a successor is appointed by Trump and confirmed by the Senate. Peace, appointed by President Joe Biden in 2021, highlighted his tenure as an 'honor of a lifetime,' focusing on upholding the rule of law and civil rights. His office successfully prosecuted former U.S. Representative George Santos for fraud and identity theft, and handled high-profile cases including corruption probes and prosecuting aides linked to political figures. Peace's resignation follows that of Damian Williams, the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, reflecting a common practice of U.S. attorneys stepping down with changes in administration. Peace's legacy includes significant cases such as the conviction of former Mexican security minister Genaro Garcia Luna and a guilty plea from a former Goldman Sachs banker.