Eric Barron made history as the first African American to serve as the United States Attorney for the District of Maryland, and he was honored with a proclamation by the Prince George's County Council on June 10, 2025. Council member Wanika Fisher, who introduced Barron, praised his remarkable legal mind and public service, recalling their time together in the Maryland House of Delegates.

Barron’s career spans over two decades, including significant roles as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates from 2015 to 2021, where he chaired the Joint Committee on Fair Practices. His extensive legal background also includes positions as an assistant state's attorney and a trial attorney with the U.S. Department of Justice. Notably, he served as counsel and policy advisor to the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee under then-chairman Joe Biden.

The proclamation highlighted Barron's academic achievements, including degrees from the University of Maryland, George Washington University, and Georgetown University. Following his tenure as U.S. Attorney, he joined the law firm Mints in Washington, D.C., where he leads a crisis management team.

In his brief remarks, Barron expressed gratitude for the recognition and acknowledged the support from the council. This proclamation not only celebrates Barron's trailblazing career but also underscores his commitment to justice and community engagement in Maryland.