Alamdar Hamdani: Journey to Becoming the U.S. Attorney

In this episode of Emphasis Added, Season 5 hosts Jake Guarino and Harrison Little interview Alamdar Hamdani, the current U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas, to discuss his story and his role as the chief federal law enforcement officer for one of the most populous federal districts in the nation.

USA Hamdani discusses how his early experience immigrating to the United States shaped his journey into the practice of law, the factors that led him to become a federal prosecutor, the experience navigating the nomination process, and the personal philosophy that guides him as he serves in a role of such critical importance.

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Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction
• 1:15 Alamdar Hamdani's Background
• 5:34 Early Career as an Assistant U.S. Attorney
• 15:37 Focus on National Security and Public Corruption
• 19:39 Transition from A.U.S.A. to U.S.A.
• 24:55 Nomination and Confirmation Process
• 30:32 Surprises and Challenges
• 37:59 Aspirations for the Future
• 40:02 Conclusion