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Trump Loyalist Resigns as U.S. Attorney After Ruling

1/26/2026

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Lindsey Halligan, a former insurance attorney and loyalist to Donald Trump, resigned as interim U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia after a federal judge ruled her appointment unlawful.
U.S. District Judge David Novak cited Halligan's lack of prosecutorial experience and permitted her to avoid disciplinary action for misrepresentation.
It is uncertain whether Halligan will pursue a new position within or outside the Justice Department.
Halligan and Alina Habba previously served as personal attorneys for Donald Trump.

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Lindsey Halligan, a former insurance attorney and loyalist to Donald Trump, resigned as interim U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia after a federal judge ruled her appointment unlawful.
U.S. District Judge David Novak cited Halligan's lack of prosecutorial experience and permitted her to avoid disciplinary action for misrepresentation.
It is uncertain whether Halligan will pursue a new position within or outside the Justice Department.
Halligan and Alina Habba previously served as personal attorneys for Donald Trump.