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Lindsey Halligan

Lindsey Halligan is an American lawyer currently serving as the interim United States attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, a position she assumed in September 2025. Prior to this role, she held the position of special assistant to the president and White House senior associate staff secretary from January to September 2025. Her career reflects a trajectory in law and government service.


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Lindsey Halligan's Signal exchange with Anna Bower surfaces, revealing controversial messages. The disastrous texts led to publication and media attention. The incident raises questions about Halligan's conduct as prosecutor.

July 21, 1989: Birth of Lindsey Halligan

On July 21, 1989, Lindsey Robyn Michelle Halligan was born.

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2009: Competed in Miss Colorado USA Pageant

In 2009, Lindsey Halligan competed in the Miss Colorado USA pageant and reached the semifinals.

2010: Competed in Miss Colorado USA Pageant

In 2010, Lindsey Halligan competed in the Miss Colorado USA pageant, earning third runner-up.

2012: Worked as a Deco Model

In 2012, Lindsey Halligan worked as a Deco Model.

2013: Graduated from University of Miami School of Law

Lindsey Halligan graduated from the University of Miami School of Law with a Juris Doctor in 2013.

2016: Sister's run for Colorado House of Representatives

In 2016, Lindsey Halligan's sister, Gavin, unsuccessfully ran as a Republican in the election for the Colorado House of Representatives's fourth district.

2018: Partner at Cole, Scott & Kissane

In 2018, Lindsey Halligan became a partner at Cole, Scott & Kissane, an insurance law firm.

November 2021: Met Donald Trump at Trump International Golf Club

In November 2021, Lindsey Halligan met former president Donald Trump at Trump International Golf Club.

2022: Joined Trump's Legal Team

In 2022, former president Donald Trump named Lindsey Halligan to his legal team, involving her in litigation related to the FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago.

2024: Involved in Trump's legal efforts

Ahead of the 2024 presidential election, Lindsey Halligan was involved in legal efforts for Trump, including a defamation lawsuit against CNN.

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January 2025: Named White House Senior Associate Staff Secretary

In January 2025, Lindsey Halligan was appointed by Donald Trump as the White House senior associate staff secretary.

July 2025: Targeted by Iranian Hacking Campaign

In July 2025, an Iranian hacking campaign allegedly obtained emails from Lindsey Halligan and threatened to release them.

September 2025: Appointed Interim United States Attorney

In September 2025, Lindsey Halligan was appointed as the interim United States attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia.