Judge Rules Alina Habba Unlawfully Serves as U.S. Attorney in New Jersey
TL;DR
A federal judge ruled that Alina Habba, a former Trump lawyer, unlawfully served as U.S. attorney in New Jersey after her interim appointment expired, due to the administration's legal maneuvers without Senate confirmation. The court's decision may void her actions and challenge similar appointments made without proper approval, highlighting issues with the appointment process for federal prosecutors.
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- Judge Says Habba Has Served as U.S. Attorney Without Legal Authority The New York Times
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