From White House adviser to Trump’s handpicked prosecutor: 63 days with Lindsey Halligan

The Meteoric and Tumultuous Fall of Lindsey Halligan

Lindsey Halligan's brief tenure as Trump’s chosen interim US attorney has unraveled into chaos and uncertainty in just 63 days.

A Sudden Ascent

Once a White House adviser and personal lawyer for Donald Trump, Lindsey Halligan was catapulted to prominence when Trump designated her as the interim US attorney for Alexandria, Virginia. Her immediate task was to pursue high-profile indictments against perceived political adversaries, including former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James.

Unraveling at the Seams

However, Halligan's inexperience and controversial prosecutorial style quickly attracted legal challenges. A federal judge ruled her appointment unlawful, casting doubt on her cases. Her tactics, particularly in the Comey indictment, were scrutinized and deemed problematic, leading to more chaos within the Justice Department.

Ripple Effects of Chaos

The upheaval Halligan caused has left Alexandria’s storied prosecutor's office in disarray. Allegations and internal conflicts have sowed distrust among career prosecutors, with many fearing for their credibility. As her future remains uncertain, the Justice Department grapples with the fallout, contemplating the next steps for the abandoned cases.