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Judge-Appointed U.S. Attorney Sues Over Firing | Seattle News
In a stunning legal showdown, Seattle’s top federal prosecutor Roger Rogoff was fired just hours after being sworn in — a move he’s now suing over, claiming it’s unconstitutional and ignores the judges who appointed him. Rogoff, chosen by district court judges to fill a Senate-vacant post, says the Trump administration overstepped by refusing to coordinate with the DOJ. The Justice Department counters that the President has broad authority, and that judges failed to follow protocol. This isn’t just a firing — it’s a high-stakes test of presidential power, constitutional limits, and how…
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