Alina Habba, appointed by Trump as New Jersey's top federal prosecutor on an interim basis, faces a legal hurdle as she expired her 120-day term without Senate confirmation. A panel of federal judges voted to replace her with Dessie Grace, a senior Justice Department attorney, leading to a halt in criminal proceedings across the state. This decision has caused significant tension with the Trump administration, which wants to retain Habba in her position despite the judges' choice.
The appointment of Alina Habba as top federal prosecutor in New Jersey by Trump has led to a legal fight, halting criminal proceedings statewide.
Alina Habba, a former personal attorney to Trump, was appointed on an interim basis, needing Senate confirmation to remain beyond 120 days.
Federal judges in New Jersey voted against keeping Habba and appointed senior Justice Department attorney Dessie Grace instead, a decision that has upset the Trump administration.
The courts have the authority to appoint federal prosecutors, though it's not common; the judges' choice is creating tension in Trump’s administration.
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