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Alina Habba has officially resumed her role as the Acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey following President Trump's strategic withdrawal of her nomination for the position. The decision allows Habba to serve in an acting capacity for up to 210 more days, effectively circumventing the previous judicial appointment of her deputy, Desiree Leigh Grace, as the permanent U.S. Attorney. "Donald J. Trump is the 47th President... and I am now the Acting United States Attorney for the District of New Jersey," Habba announced on social media, reinforcing her position amidst a backdrop of political tension, according to CBS News, Newsweek, and ABC News.
The White House's tactical withdrawal of Habba's nomination was a crucial move as it resolved a looming conflict between federal judges who had selected Grace over Habba. This decision followed a series of escalated tensions where Attorney General Pam Bondi criticized the judicial decision as politically motivated. "This Department of Justice does not tolerate rogue judges," Bondi stated, amplifying the discord between the judiciary and the executive branch, as detailed by India Times and Los Angeles Times.
Despite her lack of prior prosecutorial experience, Habba has garnered attention for her controversial actions while in office, including investigations into significant Democratic figures in New Jersey. Since her appointment as interim U.S. attorney, Habba's office has faced accusations of politicization, raising concerns about the implications of her motivations. "I don't cower to pressure. I don't answer to politics. This is a fight for justice," she declared, demonstrating her defiance against critics, according to multiple sources such as CBS News, Newsweek, and ABC News.
The controversy surrounding her appointment raises broader questions about the influence of political considerations in judicial matters. Notably, Grace, who had been appointed by the federal judges, expressed her willingness to serve in accordance with the law, asserting the honor of being chosen based on merit. Her position as a well-respected figure in the Justice Department adds layers to the ongoing debate about executive overreach, as reported by India Times, Los Angeles Times, and ABC News.