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Trump fires new Seattle prosecutor less than an hour after appointment
By Max Rego and The Hill at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 16, 2026
· 1 min read
Rogoff was sworn in Wednesday morning, but said he received an email from the Trump administration informing him of his termination while waiting in the lobby of the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Key takeaway Rogoff was sworn in Wednesday morning, but said he received an email from the Trump administration informing him of his termination while waiting in the lobby of the U.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The sudden termination of a newly appointed prosecutor in Seattle raises questions about the stability of law enforcement leadership in major cities, including El Paso . The fact that Rogoff was sworn in and then fired less than an hour later suggests a level of turmoil that could have implications for public safety. In El Paso, where the community relies on effective law enforcement to address unique border-related challenges, any disruption in leadership can be particularly concerning. As El Pasoans watch this development unfold, they may wonder about the potential for similar instability in their own city's law enforcement agencies. The city's proximity to the border and its history of cooperation between local and federal authorities make it crucial to have consistent and effective leadership in place to address safety concerns.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Rogoff was sworn in Wednesday morning, but said he received an email from the Trump administration informing him of his termination while waiting in the lobby of the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
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