Press Release
U.S. Attorney Tom Albus Appointed to Continue by Court
For Immediate Release
U.S. Attorney's Office, Eastern District of Missouri
ST. LOUIS – Thomas C. Albus, serving as the U.S. Attorney for Eastern Missouri since August 1st, was appointed to continue in that office Monday by the U.S. District Court.
Chief U.S. District Judge Stephen R. Clark swore in Mr. Albus pursuant to 28 United States Code 546, meaning he will serve until the vacancy is filled. Mr. Albus’s nomination as U.S. Attorney by President Donald J. Trump is pending in the U.S. Senate, having been favorably reported out of the Judiciary committee on October 16th.
“I am grateful for the vote of the Court and honored to lead an office of outstanding professionals in the Eastern District of Missouri,” Mr. Albus said.
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Robert Patrick, Public Affairs Officer, robert.patrick@usdoj.gov.
Updated November 25, 2025
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Office and Personnel Updates
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