Top DOJ official pushes to keep interim U.S. Attorney Alina Habba in place as deadline approaches

Alina Habba, appointed as acting U.S. attorney for New Jersey by President Trump, faces a critical decision from state judges regarding her interim role, which expires soon without Senate confirmation. Despite her controversial tenure and clashes with Democratic leaders, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche advocates for her continuation, citing her leadership and recent achievements in hiring prosecutors.

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