Damian Williams, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, has announced his decision to resign from his position effective December 13 at 11:59 p.m.

Williams, who has been at the forefront of several major legal cases, including the convictions of Senator Robert Menendez and Sam Bankman-Fried, as well as the ongoing investigations involving New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Sean "Diddy" Combs, will be succeeded by his deputy, Ed Kim, who will serve as acting U.S. Attorney.

Williams' resignation comes just before the trials of Adams and Combs are set to proceed, marking a significant shift in leadership during a critical time for the office. His tenure has been characterized by high-profile cases and a commitment to maintaining the integrity of one of the most respected legal institutions in the nation. [MORE]