Colm F. Connolly, who won prominence as the lead prosecutor in Thomas J. Capano's murder trial, was recommended Monday to become the next U.S. attorney for Delaware.
Presidents traditionally accept the pick of the top member of their party in each state.
Connolly's nomination is subject to the Senate's approval. Castle is Delaware's only Republican in Congress. He recommended Connolly after discussing the nomination with Democratic Sens. Joe Biden and Tom Carper, the congressman said. Connolly thanked Castle for the opportunity.