The legal landscape of Southern Illinois is gaining new muscle with the swearing-in of three fresh federal prosecutors in the U.S. Attorney's Office. U.S. Attorney Rachelle Aud Crowe heralded the trio's arrival, saying, "It’s an honor to welcome new federal prosecutors to our office. Each attorney has a deep knowledge of and respect for the law, and I look forward to supporting them in their new roles,” as described by the Department of Justice.
The new Assistant U.S. Attorneys (AUSAs) are stepping into roles designed to tackle the district's diverse legal battles. Amanda McQuaid is set to spearhead e-litigation efforts. Madalyn Campbell is tasked with prosecuting domestic terrorism, along with other violent crime cases and, Kathleen Howard has been roped in for the Fraud and Corruption unit. Before their current positions, McQuaid sharpened her legal teeth as a law clerk, Campbell pursued justice as an Assistant Attorney General in Missouri, and Howard cut her chops in private practice.
With issues ranging from electronic skirmishes in cyberspace to the visceral threat of domestic terror, the Southern District of Illinois is a proving ground for justice. Campbell's role underscores a prioritized national concern, reflecting the ongoing commitment of legal institutions in safeguarding the public from homegrown threats.
The attorneys will serve the Southern District's expansive jurisdiction, spanning the lower 38 counties of Illinois. From their hub in Fairview Heights, the U.S. Attorney's Office coordinates with, branches in Benton and East St. Louis to maintain a vigilant watch over the region's legal order and public safety.
