Biden-Nominated Former U.S. Attorney Found Dead At 43

A former U.S. attorney nominated by former President Joe Biden was found dead over the weekend in Virginia, according to authorities.

“This morning, at approximately 9:18 a.m., Alexandria Police responded to the 900 block of Beverley Drive for the report of an unresponsive woman. Officers located a deceased woman,” the Alexandria Police Department said in a statement on Saturday.

“Following notification of family members, the Alexandria Police Department can confirm the identity of the woman as Ms. Jessica Aber, age 43, former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia,” police added.

“As a matter of protocol, an investigation is underway surrounding the circumstances of her death,” the department said. “The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner of Virginia will determine the cause and manner of death.”

Aber served more than three years as U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia. She had been nominated for the role by Biden in August of 2021 and was confirmed by the Senate in October of that year. She resigned on January 20, just as President Donald Trump began his second term.

“I’ve had the privilege of spending my career as a prosecutor in the Eastern District of Virginia working alongside talented, hard-working public servants who manage matters affecting citizens here and across the world,” Aber said upon announcing her plans to resign.

“Concluding my service to the District as its U.S. Attorney has been an honor beyond measure,” she added. “I am deeply grateful to Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine (D-VA) and to President Biden for the opportunity to lead this office, and to Attorney General [Merrick] Garland for his steadfast leadership. I am proud of the work we have done with our federal, state, and local law enforcement partners to enforce the law and build community trust.”

A number of officials released statements in response to Aber’s death.

“The loss of Jessica Aber, former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, is deeply tragic. Our hearts and prayers go out to her family and friends during this profoundly difficult time,” said Attorney General Pam Bondi.

Kaine said in a post on X, “My prayers are with Jessica Aber’s loved ones. Jessica was an exceptional public servant who dedicated her life to serving her fellow Virginians. She will be deeply missed.”