Las Vegas Lawyer Nominated as Top Federal Prosecutor in Nevada

George Kelesis, a veteran attorney, has been tapped by the White House to serve as the next U.S. Attorney for the District of Nevada.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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The White House has nominated George Kelesis, a longtime Las Vegas attorney, to serve as the next U.S. Attorney for the District of Nevada. Kelesis has practiced law in the city since 1981 and will now be responsible for overseeing federal criminal prosecutions and civil cases in the state if confirmed by the Senate.

Why it matters

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Nevada plays a critical role in combating crime, enforcing federal laws, and representing the interests of the United States government in the state. Kelesis' nomination signals the administration's priorities for federal law enforcement in Nevada.

The details

George Kelesis is a veteran attorney who has practiced law in Las Vegas since 1981. He has extensive experience in both criminal defense and civil litigation. If confirmed, Kelesis will be responsible for overseeing federal criminal prosecutions, civil cases, and other matters handled by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Nevada.

  • On February 12, 2026, the White House announced Kelesis' nomination.

The players

George Kelesis

A Las Vegas-based attorney who has been nominated by the White House to serve as the next U.S. Attorney for the District of Nevada.

U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Nevada

The federal law enforcement agency responsible for prosecuting federal crimes and representing the interests of the United States government in Nevada.

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What they’re saying

“George Kelesis has the experience and qualifications to serve as the top federal prosecutor in Nevada. His nomination signals the administration's commitment to upholding the rule of law in the state.”

— White House Spokesperson (White House Press Release)

What’s next

Kelesis' nomination must now be confirmed by the U.S. Senate before he can officially assume the role of U.S. Attorney for the District of Nevada.

The takeaway

Kelesis' nomination underscores the importance of the U.S. Attorney's Office in Nevada and the administration's focus on federal law enforcement priorities in the state.