Source: Office of United States Attorneys
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Today, United States Attorney Russ Ferguson was honored to host Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of North Carolina (WDNC).
During his visit, Deputy Attorney General Blanche met with U.S. Attorney Ferguson and the leadership team to discuss key issues and significant cases impacting the district. Deputy Attorney General Blanche also spoke with prosecutors and personnel from the office. In his remarks, he outlined Department of Justice priorities and expressed his appreciation for the office’s work implementing Operation Take Back America, dismantling cartels and transnational criminal organizations, addressing immigration and violent crime, and protecting vulnerable populations, including children and the elderly. He also thanked the team for their service and their commitment to justice.
Deputy Attorney General Blanche also met with law enforcement representatives to highlight the important role of partnerships in enforcing the rule of law and enhancing public safety.
“It was an honor to welcome Deputy Attorney General Blanche, a veteran of the Department, to the Western District of North Carolina,” said U.S. Attorney Ferguson. “The Deputy Attorney General got into the weeds and discussed the details of the work we are doing to protect our communities. We are very grateful for his attention to what is important to us here in North Carolina.”
For more information about the U.S. Attorney’s Office, and important programs and initiatives please visit: https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdnc.