Former acting US Attorney found dead in San Diego federal building

Andrew Haden, former acting U.S. attorney for the Southern District, was found dead.

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National story. 7 articles from 6 sources. Updated Aug 21, 2026.

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Los Angeles TimesLean Left· Aug 21, 2026

Former acting U.S. attorney found dead inside federal building in San Diego

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FOX 5 San Diego & KUSI NewsCenter· Aug 21, 2026

Former acting US Attorney found dead in San Diego federal building

Times Of San DiegoCenter· Aug 20, 2026

Former acting U.S. attorney for Southern District found dead inside federal building

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Fox NewsRight· Aug 21, 2026

Former acting US Attorney Andrew Haden found dead in San Diego federal building: police

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U.S. Assistant Attorney Found Dead in San Diego Federal Office: 'He Was a Beacon of Light'

New York PostLean Right· Aug 21, 2026

US Assistant Attorney found dead in federal building after going missing