Acting US Attorney Alina Habba resigns New Jersey post amid controversy

Al JazeeraEN 5 min read 100% complete by Allison GrinerDecember 8, 2025 at 10:44 PM

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Alina Habba resigned as acting US Attorney for the District of New Jersey following a Third Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that disqualified her from the position. The court found her continued service violated the Federal Vacancies Reform Act. Habba, a close associate of President Trump, was appointed to the role in March. Despite her resignation, the Trump administration, through Attorney General Pam Bondi, indicated it would seek further review of the court's decision, hinting at a potential reinstatement for Habba if the ruling is overturned. The controversy stems from Trump's appointments of close associates to high-level Justice Department positions.

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