Top Federal Prosecutor Matthew Graves Resigns Ahead of Political Transition in Washington D.C.

Matthew Graves, the U.S. Attorney for Washington D.C., has announced his resignation effective January 16, just days prior to the impending inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump. Graves, who has notably overseen the federal investigation into the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack, has been a pivotal figure in the legal landscape of the nation’s capital. Details regarding his departure are available in the original Law360 article. His exit comes at a crucial time, given the impending shift in the political landscape following the November 2024 elections.