Alina Habba, a New Jersey native and former defense attorney for Donald Trump, has been appointed as the interim U.S. Attorney for New Jersey.

Trump announced Habba's appointment on March 24, 2025, while she serves as a counselor to the president at the White House.

Born in Summit, New Jersey, Habba is of Assyrian-Lebanese descent and identifies as a conservative, supporting American traditionalism.

Her estimated net worth is around £4 million (USD 5 million), primarily from her legal career and media appearances.

She has been vocal about crime issues in New Jersey, criticizing state leaders for their handling of urban crime in cities like Newark and Camden.

Christopher Kise, a former solicitor general of Florida, praised Habba's track record and commitment to combatting perceived injustices in the legal system.

Habba's legal experience includes representing television personality Siggy Flicker and involvement in high-profile cases, including Trump's civil fraud trial.

In her new role, Habba expressed her commitment to fighting for 'truth and justice' and addressing what she describes as the 'weaponization of justice.'

With her new position, Habba will oversee an office of approximately 150 prosecutors, transitioning from her role in the White House.

In 2023, Habba and Trump were fined nearly $1 million for filing a lawsuit deemed frivolous against Hillary Clinton.

Habba quickly remarried businessman Gregg Reuben, leading to a blended family that includes Reuben's son Parker.

Her family life in Bernardsville, New Jersey, includes sharing personal moments on social media, showcasing her three children and their dog.