Trump fires U.S. attorney in Washington on heels of court appointment
The top federal prosecutor in Seattle who was fired last week less than an hour after being sworn in is suing the government over his termination.
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National story. 39 articles from 34 sources. Updated Jul 24, 2026.
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4 sources'This is about the rule of law': U.S. attorney fired by Trump sues to overturn dismissal
He was fired by the White House right after being sworn in. Now a top federal prosecutor is suing
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19 sourcesU.S. attorney who served for less than an hour suing Trump administration over firing
Top US prosecutor in Seattle sues Trump, Blanche over quick 'unlawful' firing
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11 sourcesCourt-Appointed Federal Prosecutor Sues Trump Admin Following Rapid Dismissal
Washington US attorney appointee says his firing by Trump was illegal
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2 developments- Jul 21Washington US Attorney immediately fired by Trump files lawsuit
- Jul 22Court-Appointed Federal Prosecutor Sues Trump Admin Following Rapid Dismissal
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