James Kruger

At a glance

James Kruger is James E. Baxter Kruger, as identified in the Justice Department’s district biography. His background includes federal prosecution, Mississippi homeland-security leadership and Army and National Guard service.

Summary sources: [1]

Career and documented accomplishments

• Kruger previously served as an assistant United States attorney in the Southern District and executive director of the Mississippi Office of Homeland Security. In the latter role he chaired the state Cybersecurity Review Board and served on the Wireless Commission. [1]
• He earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Mississippi in 2010 and a law degree from Mississippi College in 2015. DOJ records military deployments with the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team and domestic COVID-19 task-force service. [1]

Role and nomination context

• The official biography records Senate confirmation in December 2025. The Southern District covers 45 counties; its United States attorney oversees federal prosecutions and civil litigation in which the United States has an interest. [1]

Sources and review date

Career and role sources reviewed Oct 14, 2026. These sources may describe developments beyond the nomination snapshot; each nomination entry retains its recorded date and outcome.

1. US Attorney Baxter Kruger

   U.S. Department of Justice. Reviewed Oct 14, 2026.