The code of conduct for federal judges does not appear to apply to Mr. Bove, who has yet to be sworn in. But his continued presence at the department has raised eyebrows.

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The request came after President Trump and several of his top aides had attacked Mr. Abrego Garcia as a threat, even though federal judges have ruled that he is not a danger to the public.

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If we bedeck him more, maybe he’ll bedevil us less.

For Mr. Trump, there may be few spoils of victory sweeter than the ordeal that they will soon endure.