Judge-Appointed U.S. Attorney Sues Over Removal | Seattle News

Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 22, 2026 · 1m

Roger Rogoff, a judicially appointed U.S. Attorney for Seattle, was fired hours after taking the oath — and is now suing President Trump, claiming the removal was unconstitutional. The Justice Department counters that the president has full authority to dismiss interim U.S. attorneys, regardless of how they were appointed. This high-stakes legal clash tests the balance of power between the judiciary and the executive, with Rogoff’s lawsuit potentially setting a precedent for future appointments and removals. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…