Legal win for Letitia James: Court Dismisses Case Over Unlawful Prosecutor Appointment

By Rob Redding

Editor & Publisher

New York, NY. Nov. 24, 2025, 5 p.m. - In a stunning development, a federal judge today dismissed the legal case against New York Attorney General Letitia James, citing a major procedural error that could send shockwaves through her office’s efforts.

Judge Cameron Currie ruled Monday that the indictment against James was invalid because the prosecutor who filed the charges, Lindsey Halligan, was unlawfully appointed. The ruling raises serious questions about the legitimacy of the case and the political motivations behind it.

The case stemmed from allegations of financial misconduct, but the judge’s decision centered on whether Halligan, a former White House aide with no prosecutorial experience, had the legal authority to present the case. The court found her appointment “illegal,” rendering all her actions, including signing the indictment, “unlawful exercises of executive power.”

“This case was initiated based on a defective appointment,” Judge Currie stated. “Because Ms. Halligan lacked lawful authority, the indictment must be dismissed.”

James, who has been a vocal critic of political corruption, responded to the ruling with a statement of resilience. “I am grateful for this victory, but I remain committed to fighting for justice and accountability for New Yorkers,” she said. “Today’s decision affirms that no one is above the law, but no one should be targeted through unlawful means.”

Legal analysts warn that this ruling could have far-reaching consequences for politically motivated prosecutions and may embolden figures facing similar legal challenges. Critics of the case argue it was a clear attempt to undermine her office’s integrity.

The Justice Department has yet to comment publicly, but sources suggest the case’s collapse could mark a turning point in the ongoing legal battles that have targeted her leadership.

Her attorney, Abbe Lowell, called the decision “a just outcome that exposes the political motives behind these baseless charges.”

While the case is dismissed “without prejudice,” meaning it can be refiled, legal experts believe the ruling’s implications will be felt for years to come. “This decision underscores the importance of lawful process,” said Carl Tobias, law professor at the University of Richmond. “Without proper authority, even the strongest cases fall apart.”

As James vows to continue her work, critics say this ruling exposes the risks of prosecuting political opponents without proper procedural foundations. For now, the message is clear: justice must be rooted in legality, not politics.

(Rob Redding is known as America's Independent Voice. His show, Redding News Review Unrestricted, is available exclusively to subscribers on his website, ReddingNewsReview.com).