Trump Nominates George Kelesis for Nevada Prosecutor
Analysis based on 11 articles · First reported Feb 17, 2026 · Last updated Feb 18, 2026
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The Trump administration has nominated George Kelesis as the new candidate for United States===Nevada's top federal prosecutor, replacing Sigal Chattah. This nomination follows legal challenges to Sigal Chattah's eligibility, with courts ruling against similar appointments in other states. Sigal Chattah's appointment is currently under review by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, but the decision to nominate George Kelesis suggests the White House anticipates an unfavorable ruling. George Kelesis, a longtime criminal defense attorney, is expected to have an easier path to Senate confirmation compared to Sigal Chattah, who faced strong opposition from United States===Nevada's Democratic senators, Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen. This situation highlights ongoing difficulties for the Trump administration in securing Senate approval for its U.S. attorney nominees.
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