Lindsey Halligan, a longtime personal lawyer for President Trump, has been nominated to take the place of the recently ousted U.S. attorney. However, her nomination has drawn criticism due to her limited experience in federal prosecution. Halligan has spent most of her legal career working on insurance matters in Florida and has filed appearances in only a few federal cases during her decade in the legal field.
Her nomination has raised questions about her readiness for the role, as the U.S. attorney is responsible for overseeing federal prosecutions and ensuring the enforcement of federal laws. Critics argue that her lack of experience in complex criminal investigations could pose challenges in handling high-profile cases.
Additionally, Halligan was involved in leading efforts to scrutinize the Smithsonian Institution for alleged ideological bias. This role has added another layer of controversy, as the Smithsonian is a federal agency, and the scrutiny may have been seen as an overreach or politically motivated.