Jessica Aber, Former U.S. Attorney, Found Dead After Leading Major National Security Cases
Jessica Aber, 43, the former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, was found dead at her Alexandria home on Saturday. Authorities say the cause of death is under investigation, though no foul play is suspected.
Aber led several high-profile prosecutions, including cases involving CIA leaks, Russian fraud, and war crimes in Ukraine. One major success was the guilty plea of former CIA analyst Asif Rahman, who leaked classified details about an Israeli plan to strike Iran. The leak reportedly forced a delay in the planned operation.
She also prosecuted Eleview International Inc. for illegally exporting U.S. tech to Russia and brought fraud and money laundering charges against Russian nationals involved in global cybercrime operations. Additionally, Aber helped indict four Russian soldiers accused of torturing an American in Ukraine.
Appointed by President Biden, Aber stepped down in January. She began her legal career in Virginia, serving in the DOJ since 2009. A family friend said she likely died of a longstanding medical issue.
