Trump Administration Nominates Alina Habba Full Term New Jersey US Attorney

President Donald Trump has formally nominated Alina Habba to serve a full four-year term as U.S. Attorney for New Jersey after her interim appointment in March. Habba, known for her prior role as Trump's personal attorney, has pursued several high-profile and controversial cases, including charging Newark Mayor Ras Baraka and Rep. LaMonica McIver, as well as initiating inquiries involving Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Matt Platkin. Her nomination has sparked significant opposition from New Jersey Democrats, with Senators Andy Kim and Cory Booker expressing concerns about her political motivations and suitability for the role. Despite reports suggesting the administration might choose a different nominee, the White House has moved forward with Habba’s nomination as she nears the statutory 120-day limit for interim U.S. attorneys. Habba's tenure has generated debate over the politicization of the U.S. Attorney's office and her intention to influence New Jersey’s political landscape. The nomination now awaits Senate confirmation amid a contentious political environment.