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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 acted illegally when he removed the U.S. attorney for the Western District of Washington, based in Seattle. The decision challenges the administration's authority to dismiss the federal prosecutor, and it is expected to fuel broader legal fights over the limits of presidential power over Justice Department personnel.
Why now: A judicial ruling directly constraining Trump's firing power is a significant development in ongoing disputes over executive authority.
Donald TrumpU.S. Attorney for Western District of WashingtonSeattleU.S. District CourtDepartment of Justice
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- Trump illegally fired Seattle’s U.S. attorney, judge rules · The Washington Post
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