Damian Williams to step down as Manhattan US Attorney ahead of Trump inauguration

Damian Williams, the first Black US Attorney for the Southern District of New York, resigned effective December 13, 2024. During his tenure, he oversaw high-profile convictions, including Sam Bankman-Fried and Bill Hwang. His departure paves the way for President-elect Trump’s nominee, Jay Clayton, pending Senate confirmation. Williams upheld the office’s independence amid past political controversies.