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US attorney who Trump fired minutes after he got the job sues to get it back
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Holmes Lybrand , NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· July 22, 2026
· 3 min read
A former US attorney in Washington state is suing the Trump administration for firing him less than one hour after a panel of federal judges unanimously voted to appoint him to the role. The lawsuit is the first of its kind as the administration continues a longstanding struggle to nominate and c...
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Key takeaway The President cannot grant himself the authority to make those interim appointments instead, nor can he rewrite (the law) to require presidential approval of the district courts choice, the lawsuit says.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The dispute between the Trump administration and a former US attorney in Washington state has implications for Nashville's own federal justice system. As the administration exerts tight control over lead prosecutors across the country, local residents may wonder about the potential impact on the Western District of Tennessee. The lawsuit filed by Roger Rogoff, a former judge and longtime prosecutor, raises questions about the balance of power between the executive branch and the federal judiciary. In Nashville, where the US attorney's office plays a crucial role in prosecuting crimes and enforcing federal laws, the outcome of this lawsuit could have significant consequences. If the Trump administration is allowed to override the selection of a US attorney by a panel of federal judges, it could undermine the independence of the judiciary and potentially politicize the justice system in Nashville and beyond.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? A former US attorney in Washington state is suing the Trump administration for firing him less than one hour after a panel of federal judges unanimously voted to appoint him to the role. The lawsuit is the first of its kind as the administration continues a longstanding struggle to nominate and c...
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