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Lindsey Halligan, a White House aide with no prosecutorial experience, was sworn in as interim US attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia. Her appointment, following the removal of her predecessor who refused to indict James Comey and Letitia James at Trump's behest, sparked concern among prosecutors about political influence. Halligan's previous role involved working on Trump's personal legal team. While the White House defended her qualifications, critics highlight her lack of experience in a sensitive post overseeing national security cases. The interim position lasts 120 days, with a potential Senate confirmation for a full term.

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