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DOJ asks appeals court to rehear case of former U.S. attorney Alina Habba

Habba resigned last month after a federal panel ruled she was unlawfully appointed to the position.

News 12 Staff

Jan 15, 2026, 7:06 AM

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The Department of Justice is asking a full appeals court to rehear the case of former U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Alina Habba.

Habba resigned last month after a federal panel ruled she was unlawfully appointed to the position.

After stepping down, she became a senior adviser to Attorney General Pam Bondi.

The DOJ is now seeking a rehearing on the matter.

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