Britney Spears' conservatorship is still in place but it suddenly looks a lot different.

John Zabel, a California accountant, was named the temporary conservator of Britney’s finances.

Since Rosengart’s hiring in the summer, he relentlessly pursued Jamie’s removal as conservator.

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“Our investigation into financial mismanagement and other issues will continue,” he said.

That “other issues” could cover a lot of ground.

Now, at least, Britney’s father has been stripped of his power over her.