United States Attorney David C. Waterman spoke at the Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers’ 63rd Annual Seminar on February 27, 2026, providing an overview of the Southern District of Iowa’s priorities and recent accomplishments.
Waterman emphasized that his office has demonstrated national leadership in several enforcement areas. He noted that the district ranks second in the nation for overdose-related drug-trafficking prosecutions and is among the top five nationwide for human-trafficking enforcement. The office has also seen success in complex litigation, including RICO prosecutions against the Fifth Street and OMB gangs, as well as significant white-collar cases aimed at protecting vulnerable victims.
“Our office is committed to protecting the public through strong enforcement and close partnerships with federal, state, and local law enforcement,” said U.S. Attorney Waterman. “These recent results reflect the dedication, professionalism, and excellence of our federal prosecutors and law enforcement partners.”
The presentation was part of a broader effort to inform legal professionals about ongoing work in public safety and prosecution within the Southern District of Iowa.
