Start Here The Case Against Trump’s Hand-Picked Prosecutor
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Nov 14, 2025 Elizabeth Schulze, an economics reporter at ABC News, discusses the government shutdown's economic fallout, including job losses and reduced spending. Ali Pakorin, lead producer on Capitol Hill, explains the controversy over a surprising provision in the Senate funding bill that allows senators to sue for phone records. Catherine Falders, Washington editor, analyzes a crucial court hearing challenging the appointment of the new U.S. attorney, raising questions about the implications for high-profile indictments against James Comey and Letitia James.
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Prosecutor's Appointment Is Under Legal Attack
- Lindsey Halligan's appointment as U.S. attorney is being challenged as violating the Constitution's Appointments Clause.
- Judges may dismiss both the Comey and Letitia James cases if her appointment is found invalid.
Change In Prosecutor Preceded Indictments
- Eric Siebert had investigated and declined to bring charges against James Comey and Letitia James.
- Trump fired Siebert and installed Lindsey Halligan, who then brought the indictments.
Court Questions Government's Conduct
- The judge pressed for evidence about Halligan's grand jury presentment and noted missing transcripts.
- The court showed concern about the government's conduct in bringing these indictments.