Statement of United States Attorney Richard P. Donoghue on Appointment by the District Court

“Chief Judge Dora L. Irizarry has notified me that the Court, pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 546(d), has appointed me to serve as the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York.  I am deeply grateful to the Court for the opportunity to continue to serve as the U.S. Attorney.  I am equally grateful to the women and men of the Eastern District who have created and maintained a tradition of honor, integrity and excellence.  Together, we will pursue justice, protect the people of this great nation and be faithful to the rule of law.”