White House Appoints Las Vegas Native as Nevada’s Chief Federal Prosecutor

The White House has officially nominated a Las Vegas native as the state’s Chief Federal Prosecutor. George Kelesis, an accomplished attorney, received this significant appointment on Wednesday. He is now positioned to become the U.S. Attorney for Nevada pending confirmation by the U.S. Senate.

Background of George Kelesis

George Kelesis has a longstanding connection to Las Vegas. He has been practicing law in the city since 1981 and holds a partnership at Cook & Kelesis. His experience extends beyond private practice, as he previously served on the Nevada Tax Commission. Kelesis has also contributed to legal education as an adjunct professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas’s Boyd School of Law.

Political Context

This nomination comes at a time of transition in the office of U.S. Attorney for Nevada. Sigal Chattah was appointed by the Trump administration in March to serve as interim U.S. attorney. She had her term extended in July, continuing as acting U.S. attorney without Senate confirmation.

• Date of Announcement: Wednesday
• Previous U.S. Attorney: Sigal Chattah
• Year Kelesis Started Practicing Law: 1981

Next Steps

For Kelesis to officially assume this prominent role, he will need to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate. As of now, Nevada’s Democratic Senators, Jacky Rosen and Catherine Cortez Masto, have not publicly commented on the nomination.

George Kelesis’ nomination reflects a significant appointment in the federal judicial landscape of Nevada. His extensive local experience may influence his ability to address key legal issues facing the state.

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