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Federal Judges Dismiss Trump's Attorney Appointments Amid Bias Concerns

8/14/2025

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Federal judges have dismissed multiple U.S. attorney appointments by President Trump, including Alina Habba and John Sarcone III, citing worries about their political biases. Meanwhile, the Justice Department is working to maintain their positions. In D.C., community leaders are voicing strong opposition to Trump's federal policing tactics, calling for more holistic approaches to combat crime.

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Federal judges have dismissed multiple U.S. attorney appointments by President Trump, including Alina Habba and John Sarcone III, citing worries about their political biases. Meanwhile, the Justice Department is working to maintain their positions. In D.C., community leaders are voicing strong opposition to Trump's federal policing tactics, calling for more holistic approaches to combat crime.