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Former U.S. Attorney Jessica Aber Dies at 43

2/5/2026

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Former U.S. Attorney Jessica Aber, 43, died in her sleep last weekend, with her family confirming no foul play was involved.
Police attributed her death to natural causes related to her long-standing epilepsy.
Aber served as the top federal prosecutor in Virginia’s Eastern District after her confirmation in 2021 and resigned on January 20, 2026.
The current U.S. attorney praised Aber as an exceptional leader and mentor, expressing sorrow over her passing.
The family has requested privacy during this difficult time.

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Former U.S. Attorney Jessica Aber, 43, died in her sleep last weekend, with her family confirming no foul play was involved.
Police attributed her death to natural causes related to her long-standing epilepsy.
Aber served as the top federal prosecutor in Virginia’s Eastern District after her confirmation in 2021 and resigned on January 20, 2026.
The current U.S. attorney praised Aber as an exceptional leader and mentor, expressing sorrow over her passing.
The family has requested privacy during this difficult time.