119th Congress Nominee record
Jack Chambers
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- 1 nomination record
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- 1 cited sources
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At a glance
Jack Chambers’ law-enforcement career includes 26 years with the West Virginia State Police and later leadership of that agency. The U.S. Marshals Service records his August 2026 swearing-in as marshal for the Southern District of West Virginia.
Summary sources: [1]
Also recorded or identified as: Jack C. Chambers.
Nomination outcomes below are from the Oct 14, 2026 snapshot. Congress.gov may show subsequent actions.
Career and documented accomplishments
- Chambers served as State Police deputy superintendent at the rank of lieutenant colonel before retiring. He subsequently became deputy director of the West Virginia Capitol Police. [1]
- He was appointed interim State Police superintendent in March 2023 and later superintendent, leading the agency through 2024. The Marshals Service announcement records Senate confirmation on August 7, 2026 and swearing-in on August 25. [1]
Role and nomination context
- The Southern District marshal oversees federal judicial security, fugitive apprehension, federal prisoner transportation, court orders and related law-enforcement work. The district also operates the CUFFED fugitive task force with partner agencies. [1]
Nomination history
PN859-2: United States Marshal for the Southern District of West Virginia
Confirmed- Recorded name
- Jack Chambers
- Organization
- Department of Justice
- Listed state
- West Virginia
- Received
- Latest action
- Recorded vote
- 51–47
Latest recorded action
Confirmed by the Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 51 - 47. Record Vote Number: 225.
Sources and review date
Career and role sources reviewed . These sources may describe developments beyond the nomination snapshot; each nomination entry retains its recorded date and outcome.
- Jack Chambers sworn in as United States Marshal for the Southern District of West Virginia
U.S. Marshals Service. Reviewed .
Understanding these records
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A Senate confirmation approves a nomination; it is not proof of current tenure or an appointment taking effect. These entries show received dates and the latest recorded action, rather than a complete legislative action timeline.
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