Trump Ally Defends Keeping U.S. Attorney Title Despite Ruling

Lindsey Halligan, the Trump‑backed U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, told a federal judge she can continue using the title even after another judge ruled her appointment unlawful; she argues Currie’s ruling only dismissed indictments against James and Comey and does not bar her from serving as U.S. attorney, while Judge Novak has pressed for clarification to avoid a false statement finding. The dispute adds to ongoing turmoil in EDVA, following leadership shakeups and the firing of a top official amid national security prosecutions.