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A federal judge ruled that Alina Habba, former Trump attorney, is serving unlawfully as New Jersey's U.S. Attorney due to violations of the Federal Vacancies Reform Act, affecting her authority to oversee ongoing cases, though her criminal indictments remain valid.
President Trump's efforts to keep Alina Habba as the top prosecutor in New Jersey involve a legal maneuver under the Federal Vacancies Reform Act, allowing her to serve as Acting U.S. Attorney after her nomination was withdrawn, amidst a legal and political standoff.
FBI Director Christopher Wray announced his resignation ahead of Donald Trump's return to the White House, allowing Trump to potentially install a loyalist as acting director. This move, seen as a preemptive surrender, opens pathways for Trump to bypass Senate approval and place a MAGA loyalist in charge of the FBI, raising concerns about the agency's independence and integrity. Wray's decision is criticized as prioritizing personal pride over national interest, potentially facilitating Trump's influence over the FBI.
The House Education and Workforce Committee has approved a bill that would prevent Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su from leading the Department of Labor without Senate confirmation. The bill, introduced by Rep. Kevin Kiley, would limit the acting secretary capacity to 210 days, aligning with the Federal Vacancies Reform Act. Su's nomination for the top job is facing opposition, and she would need all remaining Democratic senators' support and Vice President Kamala Harris's tiebreaking vote to be confirmed. The bill will now move to the full House for consideration.