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White House Advances Lindsey Halligan’s Nomination for U.S. Attorney in Eastern Virginia

The Senate blue‑slip tradition is likely to stall the pick with Virginia’s Democrats declining to back the nominee.

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A general view of the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., July 20, 2025. REUTERS/Al Drago
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Overview

  • The White House confirmed that Halligan submitted a 28‑page questionnaire to the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, the first formal step in moving her nomination.
  • The Judiciary Committee has not received blue slips from Virginia Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner, and committee staff say nominees without blue slips lack the votes to advance.
  • President Trump urged Republicans to end the blue‑slip practice, but leaders including Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Chairman Chuck Grassley indicated it will remain in place.
  • Senior Judge Cameron McGowan Currie ruled Halligan’s interim appointment unlawful and set aside the Comey and Letitia James indictments obtained during her tenure.
  • The Justice Department has continued listing Halligan on court filings after the ruling, prompting judicial rebukes, even as she seeks permanent confirmation.