Archive · 22 Aug 2025
Judge Rules Habba's US Attorney Appointment Unlawful
A judge has determined that Alina Habba's position as the acting top lawyer in New Jersey was illegal.
The judge said her time in the job ran out and everything she did since July 1st is invalid.
Habba previously worked for Donald Trump.
The Justice Department disagrees with the judge and plans to appeal, trying to keep Habba in her role.
The ruling may impact other temporary appointments.
Judge Brann ruled Alina Habba's appointment as acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey unlawful.
The judge stated Habba's actions since July 1st are void.
Habba previously served as Donald Trump's lawyer.
The Justice Department plans to appeal the ruling.
The ruling may affect other interim U.S. Attorney appointments.
- Who
- Judge Matthew Brann, Alina Habba, Donald Trump, and Attorney General Pam Bondi.
- What
- Judge ruled Alina Habba's appointment as acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey unlawful.
- When
- The ruling was made on Thursday.
- Where
- Pennsylvania.
- Why
- Habba's appointment violated federal law after her temporary tenure expired.
Judge/Defendants
Justice Department
Appointment Validity
Judge/Defendants
Habba's appointment was unlawful after her 120-day term expired.
Justice Department
The Justice Department believes the President has broad authority to fill vacancies, defending Habba's continued service.
- Judge
- Matthew Brann
- Subject
- Alina Habba
- Position
- Acting U.S. Attorney
- Ruling
- Appointment Unlawful
- Former Client
- Donald Trump
- Appeal Status
- Justice Department to appeal
