Seattle Prosecutor Reinstated

Federal Judge Reinstates Seattle U.S. Attorney Ousted by the Trump Administration

A federal judge has reinstated Roger Rogoff as the U.S. attorney in Seattle, stating that the Trump administration overstepped its authority in firing him shortly after he took office. The judge, Stanley A. Bastian, also denied a motion by the administration to stay his ruling. This decision creates an unusual situation where a top federal prosecutor could operate without the approval of the president or the attorney general. This is seen as a rebuke to President Trump's efforts to circumvent Congress in his appointments.