President-elect Donald Trump has announced that Alina Habba, a member of his legal team, will serve as counselor to the president in his upcoming second term. Habba has represented Trump in various lawsuits in 2021, including cases against Michael Cohen, Mary L. Trump, and The New York Times. She is a managing partner at her law firm based in Bedminster, New Jersey, where Trump’s golf club is located. Trump praised Habba’s dedication and loyalty in a Truth Social post, highlighting her advocacy for justice and defense of the rule of law.
Habba, who holds an undergraduate degree from Lehigh University and a law degree from Widener University Commonwealth Law School, was born in Summit, New Jersey. She delivered a speech at the Republican National Convention earlier this year, emphasizing her proud identity as a first-generation Arab American woman and a devout Catholic. Trump praised her as a role model for women in law and politics, noting her recent recognition as Chaldean Woman of the Year.
Trump has expressed confidence in Habba’s abilities and commitment, citing her unwavering support through various legal battles and advocating for her strong advocacy for the causes she believes in. Habba’s appointment as counselor to the president signals Trump’s continued trust in her capabilities and leadership qualities.
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