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Justice Department Defends Habba's Controversial Appointment in Court
10/21/2025
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- Henry Whitaker, a Justice Department lawyer, defended Alina Habba’s appointment as U.S. attorney for New Jersey in a federal appeals court.
- He argued Habba’s continued service after the interim period is permissible under delegation authority.
- The Department of Justice contends Habba can serve until February.
- Critics argue the administration is improperly extending her authority, citing unusual procedural steps taken for her appointment.
