Summary
Alina Habba, who was once President Donald Trump's personal lawyer, has been disqualified by a court from becoming the top federal prosecutor in New Jersey. The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower court’s decision that prevents her from taking the role.
Key Facts
- Alina Habba was previously President Trump’s personal lawyer.
- The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals made the decision in Philadelphia.
- The court's decision supports an earlier ruling by a lower court.
- Habba was physically present at the court hearing on October 20.
- The administration aimed to appoint Habba as Acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey.
- The court released a 32-page opinion explaining the decision.
- The opinion mentioned the need for clarity and stability in the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
