CONGRESSWOMAN SYLVIA GARCIA CELEBRATES CONFIRMATION OF ALAMDAR HAMDANI AS U.S. ATTORNEY FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF TEXAS

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia (TX-29) extended her congratulations to Alamdar Hamdani on being recently confirmed as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas by the U.S. Senate.

"With Alamdar Hamdani for the Southern District, the U.S. Senate has confirmed an honorable public servant who reflects America's diversity and history of excellence," said Congresswoman Garcia. "A University of Houston Law graduate, his track record of transparency and accountability as a law enforcement professional with the Houston U.S. attorney's office is impeccable. I look forward to the remarkable impact Hamdani will now bring as the top federal law enforcement officer in southeast Texas."

"Having spent significant time getting to know Mr. Alamdar Hamdani during the nomination process, I've seen how committed he truly is to equal justice under the law for all," said Roland Garcia, Past President of the Houston Bar Association, Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig. "­Hamdani will protect our principles of due process and serve the public well."

"With Alamdar Hamdani as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas, our region will be served by a standout professional who embodies Houston's diversity and commitment to the law," said Nishi Kothari, VP of Advocacy, South Asian Bar Association. "He brings a wealth of experience alongside a record of success that will tremendously benefit Southeast Texas."

Hamdani was recently sworn in as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas.

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Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in November 2018, becoming the first Latina ever to represent the Texas 29th Congressional District. She serves on the House Judiciary, Financial Services, and Armed Services Committees.