A rare and dramatic conflict erupted in New Jersey as federal judges voted to remove Alina Habba, a former Trump lawyer, from her role as interim U.S. attorney.
Despite strong backing from the Trump administration and law enforcement allies, judges declined to extend her controversial term, citing concerns over her appointment and tenure. The judges appointed Desiree Leigh Grace as her replacement, but the Department of Justice quickly fired Grace, escalating tensions between the judiciary and the executive branch. The episode highlights deep divisions over political influence in federal prosecutor appointments and raises questions about the independence of the Justice Department.
The situation remains fluid, with uncertainty over who will ultimately lead the U.S. attorney's office in New Jersey.
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