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U.S. Attorney for Kentucky's Eastern District Resigns

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The United States Attorney's Office Eastern District of Kentucky

The U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Kentucky is stepping down.   Robert Duncan, Jr. announced his resignation to be effective at midnight, January 24th.

In a statement, Duncan said he plans to enter private legal practice in Lexington.
 
Duncan along with other U.S. Attorneys announced last week that they would investigate and prosecute those who committed crimes at the capitol riot last week.If you appreciate access to this important content during this global pandemic, please help us continue to provide public service journalism and information to Central and Eastern Kentucky communities. Please make your contribution to WEKU today.

 

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