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Federal Judge Disqualifies Alina Habba as U.S. Attorney

8/24/2025

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A federal judge ruled Alina Habba unlawfully served as New Jersey's U.S. attorney, disrupting the federal court system.
Judge Matthew Brann disqualified her from ongoing cases due to lack of legal authority.
Habba's interim term ended on July 1, facing legal challenges regarding her appointment.
Attorney General Pam Bondi plans to appeal, defending Habba's competence.
Habba's tenure included indicting Democratic Rep. LaMonica McIver, who alleges political motivation behind the charges.

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A federal judge ruled Alina Habba unlawfully served as New Jersey's U.S. attorney, disrupting the federal court system.
Judge Matthew Brann disqualified her from ongoing cases due to lack of legal authority.
Habba's interim term ended on July 1, facing legal challenges regarding her appointment.
Attorney General Pam Bondi plans to appeal, defending Habba's competence.
Habba's tenure included indicting Democratic Rep. LaMonica McIver, who alleges political motivation behind the charges.