Chattah’s U.S. Attorney Role Struck Down | Las Vegas News

An appeals court has ruled that Sigal Chattah, Trump’s appointee as Nevada’s U.S. attorney, was never legally authorized to serve in that role — a major legal blow to the administration’s strategy of keeping acting attorneys in place beyond their terms to avoid Senate confirmation. Chattah, a conservative lawyer appointed interim U.S. attorney in 2025, faced fierce opposition from Nevada’s Democratic senators and was challenged by four defendants whose cases she prosecuted. While a district judge previously sided with the challengers, the appeals court’s latest decision confirms her unlawful tenure. The administration had hoped to extend her term while pushing forward a nomination for George Kelesis — who still awaits Senate approval — but courts are increasingly rejecting these tactics, echoing similar rulings in California and New Jersey. The legal battle isn’t over, but Chattah’s days as Nevada’s top prosecutor appear officially numbered. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/19e1dab40bf51ac3