Trump Administration's Power Grab in US Attorneys' Offices
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The Trump administrations controversial appointment of loyal supporters as acting U.S. Attorneys in six districts, including New Jersey, Virginia, Nevada, New York, Wisconsin, and California, has sparked a wave of legal challenges and ethics probes. Despite federal law limiting acting appointees to 210 days, these individuals have remained in power longer, targeting political opponents. In New Jersey, a personal attorney to the president was appointed but removed for lacking authority, while in Virginia, an inexperienced lawyer took over and faced criticism for her handling of cases. Courts have repeatedly blocked these moves, and bars have launched investigations into misconduct. This week, a federal judge ruled the three-person setup in Pennsylvania illegal, raising questions about who will hold federal prosecutors accountable moving forward.
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