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Federal Judge Disqualifies Bill Essayli Amid Controversy

10/29/2025

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A federal judge disqualified Bill Essayli, Acting U.S. Attorney in Southern California, from supervising prosecutions for unlawfully serving beyond the legal limit.
Judge Seabright ruled Essayli's authority expired in July.
Seabright allowed Essayli to continue as First Assistant U.S. Attorney.
The ruling followed similar actions against Trump appointees in Nevada and New Jersey.
Essayli faced criticism for aligning with Trump's agenda, contributing to unrest within the Department of Justice.

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A federal judge disqualified Bill Essayli, Acting U.S. Attorney in Southern California, from supervising prosecutions for unlawfully serving beyond the legal limit.
Judge Seabright ruled Essayli's authority expired in July.
Seabright allowed Essayli to continue as First Assistant U.S. Attorney.
The ruling followed similar actions against Trump appointees in Nevada and New Jersey.
Essayli faced criticism for aligning with Trump's agenda, contributing to unrest within the Department of Justice.