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August 17, 2026
Court Rules Trump-Appointed Nevada Prosecutor's Appointment Unlawful
- The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a ruling disqualifying Sigal Chattah as U.S. Attorney in Nevada.
- Chattah's appointment bypassed Senate approval, violating federal law.
- This ruling adds to setbacks for the Trump administration's efforts to appoint federal prosecutors without Senate confirmation.
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- Appeals court upholds Sigal Chattah’s disqualification as U.S. attorney in NevadaAug 17, 2026 at 8:10 PM · The Hill
- Trump administration unlawfully appointed Nevada's top federal prosecutor, court rulesAug 17, 2026 at 8:23 PM · Reuters
- Appeals Court Rejects Trump’s Strategy of Picking U.S. AttorneysAug 17, 2026 at 10:37 PM · NYT