Former Federal Prosecutor Appointed by Biden Found Dead at Home

• Former federal prosecutor found dead
• Investigation remains ongoing
• Autopsy results pending

Jessica Aber, former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, was found dead in her home in the city of Alexandria. The cause of death remains unknown.

Aber had resigned from her position this past January following the return of Donald Trump to the presidency, according to the EFE news agency.

Local media reported that after receiving a call, Alexandria police arrived at the 43-year-old former prosecutor’s residence.

They found her deceased shortly after 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 23, local time.

Former Biden-Appointed Federal Prosecutor Found Dead

?? Former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia Jessica Aber, who resigned on January 20th, has been found dead in her bed this morning.

She spent years investigating and extraditing a defendant from Israel. He pleaded guilty to recruiting and facilitating the… pic.twitter.com/8Ke9TB2ALD

– Khalissee (@kahlissee) March 23, 2025

The results of the autopsy are pending to determine the exact cause of death.

Jessica Aber, 43, was appointed to the position by President Joe Biden in 2021.

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According to EFE, upon resigning she stated that restoring trust in law enforcement had been a top priority during her time at the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

She also focused on cases involving terrorism, violent gang crimes, and the leaking of classified documents.

Authorities Continue Corresponding Investigation

Statement from U.S. Attorney Erik S. Siebert on the passing of U.S. Attorney Jessica D. Aber pic.twitter.com/jfozwsguaq

— U.S. Attorney EDVA (@EDVAnews) March 22, 2025

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi called Jessica Aber’s death “deeply tragic” in an official statement.

“Our support and prayers are with her family and friends during this very difficult time,” she said.

Current U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, Erik S. Siebert, praised Aber as “an unmatched leader, mentor, and prosecutor.”

He added that she was “simply irreplaceable as a human being,” according to EFE.

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