A dramatic power struggle erupted in New Jersey as federal judges declined to extend the term of Alina Habba, a former Trump lawyer serving as interim U.S. Attorney.
In a rare move, the judges appointed Desiree Leigh Grace as her replacement, but the Department of Justice swiftly fired Grace just hours later, escalating tensions between the judiciary and the executive branch. The conflict centers on accusations of political motivations and questions about the separation of powers, with the Trump administration and Attorney General Pam Bondi fiercely defending their authority to appoint federal prosecutors. The episode highlights deep divisions over judicial and executive roles in federal appointments, leaving the leadership of New Jersey's top prosecutor's office in turmoil.
The controversy has drawn national attention and criticism from both sides of the political spectrum.
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