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Top US prosecutor in Seattle sues Trump, Blanche over quick ‘unlawful’ firing
A federal prosecutor in Seattle, Roger Rogoff, was fired by President Trump after approximately an hour on the job and is challenging the removal in court. The case may establish who holds the authority to dismiss court-appointed U.S. attorneys.
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