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Federal Judge Declares LA's Top Federal Prosecutor "Unlawfully Serving" in Explosive Ruling


Los Angeles, CA – A federal judge has delivered a stunning blow to the leadership of the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Central District of California, ruling that its current head, Bill Essayli, has been "unlawfully serving" in his role as Acting U.S. Attorney. The decision, handed down by U.S. District Judge J. Michael Seabright, spotlights a contentious legal battle over the Trump administration's efforts to keep temporary appointees in powerful federal positions.
The Heart of the Matter: Temporary Appointments vs. Legal Limits
The controversy centers on the Federal Vacancies Reform Act (FVRA), a law designed to prevent administrations from indefinitely filling Senate-confirmed positions with temporary appointees. The FVRA generally limits acting officials to a 120-day term. When that period expires, the role typically reverts to the "first assistant" or another statutorily designated officer.
Bill Essayli, initially appointed to lead the sprawling Los Angeles-based district, found his appointment challenged by defense lawyers who argued he had long overstayed the legal limit. The Trump administration had attempted to circumvent this limit by re-designating Essayli's title and responsibilities, essentially trying to keep him in charge without a formal, Senate-confirmed appointment.
Judge Seabright's ruling was unequivocal: "The record before the Court establishes that Essayli unlawfully assumed the role of Acting United States Attorney for the Central District of California and is disqualified from serving in that role."
What This Means (and Doesn't Mean) for the LA Office
While the headline sounds dramatic, the immediate practical impact on the day-to-day operations of the U.S. Attorney's Office is nuanced:
Disqualified, But Still in Charge: The judge clarified that while Essayli cannot serve as "Acting U.S. Attorney," he can continue in his position as First Assistant U.S. Attorney. Crucially, federal law often dictates that when the U.S. Attorney position is vacant, the First Assistant assumes the authority of the office. This means Essayli, despite the "unlawful serving" label, effectively retains his position as the top federal prosecutor in the district and his power to oversee significant cases.
Cases Remain Valid: Importantly, the ruling rejected defense motions to dismiss the three criminal cases that initiated the legal challenge. Judge Seabright found that the indictments in question were signed by other lawfully appointed prosecutors, thus preserving the integrity of those cases.
Essayli's Stance: Mr. Essayli himself downplayed the impact, posting on social media that "Nothing is changing. I am still the chief federal law enforcement official in the Central District of California and will continue to lead our office."
A Pattern Emerging: Third Such Ruling
This isn't an isolated incident. Judge Seabright's decision marks the third time in recent months that a federal judge has ruled against a Trump administration-appointed acting U.S. attorney for exceeding legal term limits. Similar rulings have been made concerning acting U.S. attorneys in Nevada and New Jersey, highlighting a broader legal battle over executive branch appointments and the balance of power.
The ruling underscores the judiciary's role in enforcing statutory limits on executive appointments, even as the wheels of justice continue to turn in one of the nation's busiest federal districts.

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