Legal AF by MeidasTouch Trump’s Fake Prosecutor Gets Nightmare News as Fight Erupts in Court
Dec 11, 2025
Tensions rise as Trump's DOJ clashes with judges in Virginia over court filings linked to Lindsey Halligan. They argue about a loophole in her disqualification, despite Judge Currie's ruling. The judges are refusing to accept any documents bearing her name, creating courtroom chaos. Social media comments by DOJ members risk contempt, adding to the drama. Predictions hint at possible changes in the order, or new appointments to fill the legal vacancy. It's a legal showdown that promises more surprises ahead!
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Court Found Halligan's Appointment Unlawful
- Judge Curry's order found Lindsey Halligan's appointment unlawful and set actions flowing from it aside.
- That ruling creates a vacancy the district court must fill, limiting DOJ's ability to keep Halligan functioning as U.S. Attorney.
Habba's Removal Signals Wider Pattern
- Alina Habba was removed by the Third Circuit for related appointment problems and moved to a special advisor role for Pam Bondi.
- That reshuffling highlights a pattern of legally vulnerable appointments across multiple districts.
DOJ's Workarounds Face Judicial Scrutiny
- DOJ is attempting to proceed with prosecutions by routing filings through other officials despite Curry's ruling.
- Judges are already questioning that practice and may find such workarounds impermissible.