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Judge rules Trump illegally fired Seattle's U.S. attorney
Original: Trump illegally fired Seattle’s U.S. attorney, judge rules
A federal judge has ruled that President Trump's dismissal of Seattle's U.S. attorney was unlawful, finding the firing violated legal protections for the position. The decision escalates a dispute over the administration's removal of federal prosecutors and could lead to reinstatement or further litigation. Coverage is focused on the ruling's implications for the independence of Justice Department prosecutors.
Why now: A fresh judicial ruling directly constrains Trump's authority over federal prosecutors, drawing wide legal and political attention.
Donald TrumpSeattleU.S. Attorney's OfficeWashington Post
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- Trump illegally fired Seattle’s U.S. attorney, judge rules · The Washington Post
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