U.S. Attorney in Washington Dismissed by President Shortly After Judicial Appointment

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Published: 2026-07-17T00:47:09Z
Category: us
Source: CBS Pittsburgh
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President Donald Trump has removed the U.S. attorney for Washington, D.C., just minutes after a federal court had appointed the individual. This swift action by the President signifies a direct intervention in federal legal leadership. The move could prompt discussions regarding executive authority and judicial appointments.

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