ALBANY, N.Y. – A federal judge disqualified John Sarcone, the acting U.S. attorney for the Northern District of New York, from overseeing investigations into New York Attorney General Letitia James. The ruling concluded that Sarcone's authority was improperly established after judges refused to extend his tenure. Judge Lorna G. Schofield emphasized that bypassing established procedures threatens the rule of law and confirmed that subpoenas he issued to gather information regarding lawsuits against former President Trump were invalid. Sarcone's actions are described as part of a broader strategy by the Trump administration to maintain influence over legal proceedings concerning political opponents. James' office hailed the ruling as a victory for legal integrity, while federal lawyers defended Sarcone's appointment and the legitimacy of the subpoenas.
Court Rules Against Trump-Linked Prosecutor's Authority in NY
Court Rules Against Trump-Linked Prosecutor's Authority in NY
A federal judge in New York rules that a prosecutor working on cases against Attorney General Letitia James acted unlawfully, disqualifying him from the investigations.
In a significant legal decision, U.S. District Judge Lorna G. Schofield barred John Sarcone, the acting U.S. attorney for the Northern District of New York, from proceeding with subpoenas related to investigations against New York Attorney General Letitia James. The ruling states that the Justice Department failed to follow proper procedures when extending Sarcone's tenure, deeming his subpoenas invalid. This case reflects ongoing controversies involving political pressures and attorney appointments during the Trump administration.
