
Turmoil in Virginia: Trump's Controversial Nomination for Federal Prosecutor
Published on: Sept. 21, 2025, 7:32 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
President Donald Trump nominates Lindsey Halligan as the US attorney for Virginia's embattled Eastern District. This comes amid allegations of political pressure to charge New York Attorney General Letitia James. The move is part of Trump's retribution strategy against opponents, as previous prosecutor Eric Siebert resigns.