Court-Appointed U.S. Attorney Sues Trump Administration Over 54-Minute Dismissal
President Donald Trump removed Roger Rogoff, a court-appointed U. S. attorney for the Western District of Washington, less than an hour after his swearing-in. The Seattle Times reported that the dismissal occurred shortly after a panel of federal judges appointed Rogoff to the post. CNN and The Guardian noted that the firing raised questions about the administration's use of temporary appointments and presidential authority to remove court-appointed prosecutors.
CBS News added that the abrupt action drew criticism from officials. Rogoff responded by filing a lawsuit seeking to overturn his removal, arguing that the termination violated federal law and the Constitution. CBS News reported that the suit seeks reinstatement and challenges the legality of the firing. CNN, NBC News, PBS and Fox News also covered the filing, noting that the attorney claims the administration exceeded its authority.
