Trump administration fires Virginia prosecutor hours after judges appointed him
It is the second time this month that the Trump administration has abruptly fired a prosecutor who was appointed by judges.
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It is the second time this month that the Trump administration has abruptly fired a prosecutor who was appointed by judges.
The Justice Department dismissed James Hundley, who had been unanimously selected by judges as interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, highlighting ongoing tensions over prosecutorial appointments.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the firing of James Hundley, appointed by federal judges, underscoring the administration's stance on prosecutorial appointments.
The Trump administration dismissed James Hundley, appointed by judges as interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, highlighting ongoing conflicts over prosecutorial appointments.
The Justice Department swiftly fired James Hundley, appointed by federal judges as interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, continuing a clash over control of the office.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the firing of James Hundley, appointed by federal judges as interim U.S. attorney for ... , amid ongoing disputes over prosecutorial appointments.
The Trump administration dismissed James Hundley shortly after he was appointed by judges as interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, highlighting ongoing tensions over prosecutorial appointments.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the firing of James Hundley, who had been unanimously chosen by judges to replace former ... .
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