Judge Sues Trump Over Illegal Removal | Seattle News

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

A former judge is suing President Trump and top Justice Department officials, claiming his abrupt firing less than an hour after being sworn in as U.S. attorney for the Western District of Washington was illegal and unconstitutional. Appointed unanimously by all 17 district court judges, he argues the administration ignored federal law that mandates interim appointments until Senate confirmation — and is seeking a court order to restore him to his post. The case could reshape presidential power over interim prosecutors, echoing past disputes under Trump’s administration. A hearing is set for…