Eric Holder, a distinguished American lawyer, held the esteemed position of 82nd Attorney General of the United States from 2009 to 2015, serving under the administration of President Barack Obama. Notably, Holder became the first African American to occupy the role of U.S. Attorney General in both confirmed and acting capacities.
Born in the vibrant city of New York, Holder's educational trajectory began at Stuyvesant High School, followed by his undergraduate studies at Columbia College. He then pursued a law degree at Columbia Law School.
Following the completion of his legal education, Holder relocated from New York to embark on a 12-year tenure with the Public Integrity Section of the Department of Justice. His professional journey continued as he served as a judge on the Superior Court of the District of Columbia.
Prior to his tenure as Attorney General, Holder was appointed by President Bill Clinton to the position of United States Attorney for the District of Columbia, and subsequently, he served as Deputy Attorney General.
