Shanelle Booker made history as the first Black woman to serve as the Acting U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Georgia, starting her tenure last Sunday. She has worked in the federal prosecutor's office since 2015, handling major cases involving violent crime, child exploitation, and fraud, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Booker has taken office as U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Georgia, overseeing federal prosecutions across 70 counties and serving over 2 million people. She stated, "It is an honor for me to serve the citizens of the Middle District of Georgia in this leadership role, and to ensure the good work of the office continues seamlessly." She added, "Upholding justice and ensuring the safety of all is our office’s utmost objective, alongside our strong law enforcement and community partners across the Middle District of Georgia." With experience as Elder Justice Coordinator, Criminal Division Chief, and First Assistant U.S. Attorney, she is committed to justice and public safety. Booker also mentors youth and supports literacy and education through local programs and university teaching, as stated by the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Shanelle Booker’s appointment as head of the Middle District office is crucial, as she will oversee cases related to terrorism, child exploitation, drug trafficking, and represent the U.S. in civil matters. With deep roots in Georgia, Booker’s dedication to justice and community, including her work in education and mentorship. She holds a B.A. from Hampton University, magna cum laude, and a J.D. from Northwestern University School of Law, and has clerked for U.S. District Judge Brian Miller. Booker is a key figure in advancing diversity and progress in the judiciary, as reported by the U.S. Attorney's Office.
