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Judge Bars Bill Essayli From Supervising Two Cases

By Drooid · Oct 28, 2026 · How we work

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U.S. Judge J. Michael Seabright ruled that Bill Essayli (Republican) is unlawfully serving as Los Angeles top prosecutor.
The order bars Essayli from supervising two cases, though it will not take effect immediately.
Essayli says he disagrees with the order and will remain in the role until Supreme Court decides.
The decision follows a Circuit ruling that found U.S. President Donald Trump appointee Sigal Chattah serving unlawfully as an attorney.

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U.S. Judge J. Michael Seabright ruled that Bill Essayli (Republican) is unlawfully serving as Los Angeles top prosecutor.
The order bars Essayli from supervising two cases, though it will not take effect immediately.
Essayli says he disagrees with the order and will remain in the role until Supreme Court decides.
The decision follows a Circuit ruling that found U.S. President Donald Trump appointee Sigal Chattah serving unlawfully as an attorney.