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Federal Judge Rules Trump Prosecutors' Appointments Unlawful

3/10/2026

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A federal judge ruled three prosecutors appointed by U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration in New Jersey were illegally appointed.
Judge Matthew Brann said the appointments bypassed Senate confirmation, signaling overreach that could jeopardize proceedings.
Alina Habba, a former Trump lawyer and adviser to Attorney General Pam Bondi, defended appointments, claiming judges obstruct Trump’s agenda.
This ruling follows another court decision declaring a Trump appointee's leadership unlawful for lack of Senate approval.

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A federal judge ruled three prosecutors appointed by U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration in New Jersey were illegally appointed.
Judge Matthew Brann said the appointments bypassed Senate confirmation, signaling overreach that could jeopardize proceedings.
Alina Habba, a former Trump lawyer and adviser to Attorney General Pam Bondi, defended appointments, claiming judges obstruct Trump’s agenda.
This ruling follows another court decision declaring a Trump appointee's leadership unlawful for lack of Senate approval.