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Trump Administration Appeals Ruling Rejecting His Pick As Acting U.S. Attorney
The Trump administration is appealing a judge’s recent ruling that Alina Habba has unlawfully served as New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor.

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The Trump administration is appealing a judge’s recent ruling that Alina Habba has unlawfully served as New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor.

“Sheila was the architect behind some of our greatest victories in building a stronger, fairer, and more just New Jersey.”
Attorneys revealed no new details about the case during Monday’s 10-minute hearing.
In effect, Ellison’s expectation of privacy vanished when he chose to unlock his phone in the presence of police, the court found.
A grand jury has declined to charge a Fort Lee policeman who killed a woman during what her family described as a mental health episode.
“It builds on our commitment to ensuring that a walk, a drive, or a bike ride can be safe again,” Gov. Phil Murphy said.
New Jersey law does not entitle candidates to a recount unless an error was made and the error was large enough to shift election results.
Last month, the Board of Public Utilities approved a plan to defer $60 from customers’ summer bills and extend $175 in bill credits.
The bill advanced largely along party lines. It passed the Assembly 54-22 and the Senate 30-8. The law goes into effect immediately.
Antoinette Miles, who heads the New Jersey Working Families Party, urged legislative leaders and Gov. Phil Murphy to reject the bill.
New Jersey’s bill does not yet have an Assembly companion. It awaits a hearing in the Senate Commerce Committee.
A new bill would bar companies from using artificial intelligence to act as a licensed mental health professional.
Supporters who testified before the Assembly’s education committee Monday said the bill would benefit working parents who need childcare.
“New Jersey is sadly all too familiar with targeted political violence against public officials and their families,” Gov. Murphy said.
The bill comes as schools across the nation grapple with the effects of the pandemic, which disrupted learning and worsened absenteeism.
Wines and beer made with Garden State products could feature new “Jersey Fresh” labels under a bill lawmakers advanced Thursday.
Spending totals for this campaign have already more than doubled those in every gubernatorial primary since the new millennium.
Liberty State Park again at center of controversy over development.
Four of those hoping to succeed Gov. Phil Murphy have capped out their matching primary funds, receiving $5.5 million each.
“There is no grave damage or injustice necessitating immediate appellate review,” the state said.