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Elie Honig

Elie Honig (born April 3, 1975) is an American attorney and legal commentator, best known as the senior legal analyst for CNN. A graduate of Rutgers University and Cornell Law School, Honig began his legal career as a clerk for a federal judge before joining the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Jersey. As an assistant United States Attorney, he prosecuted major organized crime, drug trafficking, and violent crime cases, earning a reputation for his work on complex federal trials.

Honig later served as Director of the New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice, overseeing the state's efforts against public corruption, organized crime, and financial fraud. In this role, he managed high-profile investigations and prosecutions, solidifying his expertise in both state and federal law.

Transitioning to media, Honig became a trusted voice on legal affairs. At CNN, he provides on-air analysis of major trials, Supreme Court rulings, and criminal justice issues. He is also the author of the book *Hatchet Man: How Bill Barr Broke the Prosecutor's Code and Corrupted the Justice Department* (2021), which critically examines the politicization of the DOJ. Honig regularly contributes to CNN's legal coverage, offering clear and authoritative insights into the nation's most consequential legal proceedings.

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