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Federal judges in New Jersey exercised a rarely used legal authority to appoint a new U.S. attorney after the 120-day term of Alina Habba, who had served in an acting capacity since March 2025. On Tuesday, the judges unanimously selected Desiree Leigh Grace—Habba’s first assistant and a veteran federal prosecutor—to take over the position. Chief Judge Renée Bumb issued the formal order appointing Grace earlier in the day.
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Court names US attorney in NJ, DOJ calls move ‘rogue’

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On Tuesday, July 22, judges unanimously selected Desiree Leigh Grace, a veteran federal prosecutor, to take over the position.

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