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Top federal prosecutor in LA not legally serving, judge rules

The Hill·October 28, 2026·1 min read
Top federal prosecutor in LA not legally serving, judge rules

A federal judge ruled that Bill Essayli, the First Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Central District of California, is unlawfully serving as the top prosecutor in Los Angeles. Judge J. Michael Seabright wrote that Essayli is a 'de facto' U.S. Attorney without proper appointment.

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