John Giordano was appointed by Attorney General Pamela Bondi as the 64th United States Attorney for the
District of New Jersey. Mr. Giordano was officially sworn in on March 3.
“I thank President Donald Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi for their trust and confidence in me,” stated Mr. Giordano. “Serving President Trump and the citizens of my home state of New Jersey is the honor of a lifetime and a privilege I do not take lightly. Together with the dedicated and highly skilled men and women of the U.S. Attorney‘s Office, I am committed to tirelessly protecting our citizens and ensuring swift justice for those who violate the laws of the United States of America. Our immediate focus will be to aggressively confront violent gang activity, dismantle human trafficking networks, and eliminate the ability of cartels to flood our streets with fentanyl and other deadly drugs.”
A native of Burlington County, Mr. Giordano brings a depth of high-level experience from both the public and private sectors. His career includes extensive work within the Department of Justice as Counselor to the Assistant Attorney General for the Environment and Natural Resources Division, and as a prosecutor in the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia, where he handled complex federal felony matters, including national security violations, narcotics trafficking, violent crimes, and government theft. Mr. Giordano also served as Assistant Commissioner for Compliance and Enforcement at the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
In addition, Mr. Giordano was previously appointed by President Trump to serve as Representative of the United States to the 74th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, where he focused on issues directly impacting the national security of the United States, including human trafficking and counterterrorism. He has also shared his extensive knowledge of federal law as an Adjunct Professor at Rutgers University School of Law and as a Lecturer in Law at the University of Pennsylvania Law School.
A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Villanova University in 1998, Mr. Giordano earned his law degree from Villanova University School of Law in 2002. Following law school, he clerked for United States District Judge Joseph E. Irenas in the District of New Jersey before entering private practice.
As the U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey, Mr. Giordano oversees all federal criminal prosecutions and civil litigation involving federal interests in the State. With offices in Newark, Camden, and Trenton, he supervises a dedicated staff of approximately 153 federal prosecutors and 104 support personnel.
John Giordano has officially been sworn in as the 64th U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey, according to Insider NJ. Giordano, who previously served as the Acting U.S. Attorney for the district, was nominated by President Joe Biden earlier this year and confirmed by the Senate in a unanimous vote.
Giordano brings a wealth of experience to the role, having served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the district for over 20 years. During his time as a federal prosecutor, he handled a wide range of cases, including those involving organized crime, public corruption, and white-collar crime.
In a statement following his confirmation, Giordano expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve as the U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey. He emphasized his commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that justice is served for all residents of the district.
Giordano’s appointment has been met with praise from colleagues and legal experts alike. Former U.S. Attorney Paul Fishman described him as a “dedicated and talented prosecutor” who is well-equipped to lead the office.
As U.S. Attorney, Giordano will oversee a team of prosecutors and staff responsible for handling federal criminal cases in the district. He will also work closely with law enforcement agencies at the federal, state, and local levels to combat crime and ensure public safety.
Overall, John Giordano’s swearing-in as the U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey marks a new chapter in the district’s legal landscape. With his experience, dedication, and commitment to justice, Giordano is poised to make a significant impact in his new role.
