Attorney General Jason Miyares (R-VA) has called on Fairfax County Commonwealth Attorney Steve Descano to resign, accusing his office of mishandling multiple cases and handing out lenient plea deals.

While surrounded by more than a dozen victims, Miyares called for legislative reforms to protect future victims and hold prosecutors accountable. He released a 34-page report detailing misconduct, failures, and constitutional violations and is referring the matter to the Department of Justice for potential civil or criminal investigation.

Attorney General Jason Miyares (R-VA) surrounded by victims of heinous crimes in Fairfax County on Friday, Sep. 26, 2025. (Amy DeLaura/Washington Examiner)

“These are particularly heinous offenses,” Miyares said. “Few things are more egregious, than

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