Investiture Ceremony for United States Attorney Moore Capito

CHARLESTON, W.Va. - The investiture ceremony for Moore Capito, United States Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia, will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Capito will be joined by United States Senator Shelley Moore Capito, United States Senator James Conley Justice II, members of the Judiciary, and distinguished guests and family to celebrate his appointment. He will also outline his visions and goals for the Southern District of West Virginia and the importance of serving as the chief federal law enforcement officer for the District.

This is the formal, public swearing-in ceremony for U.S. Attorney Capito, who was nominated by President Donald J. Trump on June 30, 2025. The United States Senate confirmed Capito on October 7, 2025.

WHAT: Investiture Ceremony for Moore Capito as United States Attorney, Southern District of West Virginia

WHEN: Friday, January 23, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.

WHERE: Seventh Floor Ceremonial Courtroom, Robert C. Byrd United States Courthouse, 300 Virginia Street, East, Charleston

NOTE: All media must present government-issued photo I.D. (Such as a driver's license) and valid media credentials. Media are to enter the courthouse via the Goshorn Street loading dock, across the street from the Kanawha County Judicial Annex. Media may begin arriving at 2 p.m. and must have cameras set by 2:30 p.m. Media should RSVP to [email protected].

A copy of this press release is located on the website of the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of West Virginia.

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