Judge Sues Trump Over U.S. Attorney Removal | San Antonio News

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

A former King County judge is suing President Trump and top Justice Department officials after being abruptly removed from his role as U.S. attorney just hours after being sworn in by his peers — a move he claims violates federal law and the Constitution. Appointed by 17 district court judges under a law allowing interim appointments during Senate confirmation delays, Rogoff argues the administration overstepped its authority. The Justice Department counters that the president has the right to fire such appointees. This high-stakes legal battle could reshape how presidential power interacts…