In a ceremony held at the Multnomah County Courthouse this past Thursday, Nathan Vasquez was sworn in as the new District Attorney for Multnomah County. This marks the beginning of Vasquez's leadership following his election to the role. After a career spanning nearly a quarter century in the prosecutor's office, Vasquez steps up to helm the office with the weight of his extensive experience and the expectations of his constituents squarely on his shoulders.
During his inaugural address, Vasquez echoed the teachings of former DA Mike Schrunk, committing to fundamentally "do the right thing for the right reasons." This philosophy is set to underpin his approach to the position. According to a report by the Multnomah County District Attorney's website, Vasquez sees the work of the District Attorney's office as more than a job: "It is a duty and a responsibility and it is my life’s calling." The significance of this moment wasn't lost on Vasquez or the audience in attendance, including local law enforcement and new fellow county commissioners.
In a show of continuity and tradition, Vasquez swore to protect and uphold the laws of Multnomah County, a promise that he, in turn, had each deputy district attorney repeat. The ceremony, open to the public, served as a visual pledge of the collective commitment of Vasquez and his team to serve the community with integrity and dedication.
For those interested in viewing the entire ceremony, a recording has been made available by the Multnomah County District Attorney's office.
