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Steven Dettelbach

Steven Dettelbach is an American attorney and former public servant known for his work in law enforcement and as a U.S. attorney. He served as the United States Attorney for the Northern District of Ohio from 2009 to 2016, overseeing federal prosecutions and developing initiatives to fight crime. In 2022, he was nominated by President Joe Biden to lead the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), where he focuses on gun violence prevention and regulating firearms. Dettelbach has a background in law and public policy, emphasizing community safety and legal integrity throughout his career.