Nevada U.S. Attorney Faces Ethics Scrutiny Over Election Fraud Probe

Nevada’s Interim U.S. Attorney Sigal Chattah has requested the FBI investigate Republican claims of voter fraud in the 2020 election, according to a government document reviewed by Reuters. Chattah provided federal agents with a thumb drive containing data compiled by the Nevada Republican Party alleging illegal voting by non-citizens and members of Indian tribes. She also encouraged investigators to contact the state Republican Party attorney and indicated the probe could influence congressional races, including Nevada’s 4th District, currently held by Democrat Steven Horsford.

Legal experts have raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest, noting Chattah previously represented clients involved in related cases, including one of the “fake electors” prosecuted by Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford. Ethics rules generally prohibit government attorneys from participating in cases where they have personal or political connections, and critics argue that Chattah’s prior work with Republican clients and her role as former RNC chairwoman in Nevada may violate these standards. Justice Department guidelines also forbid initiating cases based on political beliefs or affiliations.

Chattah has defended her actions, claiming the investigation is fact-based and not politically motivated. Nevertheless, federal public defenders have challenged her appointment, alleging improper maneuvers to keep her in power beyond her interim term. Experts stress that U.S. Attorneys must avoid even the appearance of political bias, particularly in sensitive election-related investigations, and a federal judge is expected to soon rule on the legality of her continued tenure.

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