A new U.S. Attorney is now in place for the Southern District of Texas. This position was recently filled by an individual with a background in Texas politics.

Further information about this development is available from news outlets. The individual who took the oath of office previously ran for a high-profile state position.

Details about the swearing-in ceremony and the new U.S. Attorney's responsibilities are not provided here, but can be found through other news outlets, such as FOX 7 Austin.