CRIME & LAW

Judge Disqualifies Acting U.S. Attorney Essayli

A federal judge disqualified acting U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli from supervising three criminal cases, finding the Trump appointee exceeded the 120-day limit for temporary service and has been unlawfully in the role since July 29. The decision marks another setback for the Trump administration, after judges in Nevada and New Jersey ruled against acting U.S. attorneys Sigal Chattah and Alina Habba; Chattah’s disqualification is paused during a DOJ appeal, and an appellate court heard arguments on Habba’s appointment. Essayli has not been confirmed by the Senate. His office did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

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