Ronald Gathe picked for Baton Rouge U.S. attorney; he's the first Black nominee

A veteran prosecutor known for his no-nonsense style is President Joe Biden’s pick to be the next U.S. attorney in Baton Rouge, according to a source with knowledge of the nomination.

Ronald Gathe Jr., who has spent two decades working as a prosecutor for parish district attorneys, would become U.S. attorney if confirmed by the Senate. Read more...