First Assistant U.S. Attorney John A. Sarcone III Attends U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Area Change of Command Ceremony at Historic Faneuil Hall

Boston, Mass. — First Assistant U.S. Attorney John A. Sarcone III of the Northern District of New York recently attended the U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Area Change of Command Ceremony held in the historic Great Hall of Faneuil Hall in Boston, Massachusetts. The ceremony marked an important transition in leadership as Rear Admiral Michael Platt was relieved by Rear Admiral Matthew Lake. Faneuil Hall—known as the “Cradle of Liberty”—has served for centuries as a gathering place for civic engagement, public debate, and pivotal national events. Its Great Hall has hosted generations of American leaders and historic moments, making it a particularly meaningful and symbolic setting for this Coast Guard ceremony. Sarcone’s participation underscored the U.S. Attorney’s Office’s deep and ongoing commitment to supporting federal partners across the region. He recognized the Coast Guard’s essential role in safeguarding communities throughout the Atlantic area and highlighted their continued support of the Northern District of New York’s mission. “The Coast Guard’s partnership strengthens our collective efforts to protect the public and uphold federal law,” Sarcone said. “This ceremony honored exceptional leadership and reaffirmed the critical collaboration that allows us to serve our communities effectively.” The U.S. Attorney’s Office looks forward to continued collaboration with Rear Admiral Lake and expresses gratitude to Rear Admiral Platt for his dedicated service and steadfast support of federal law enforcement initiatives.