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Federal Judge Restores Dellinger as Special Counsel Head

2/11/2025

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A federal judge has restored Hampton Dellinger as the head of the U.S. Office of Special Counsel, deeming his firing by the Trump administration unlawful. Dellinger contends that his removal breached federal law, which permits dismissal only under certain conditions. This ruling halts any potential replacement while the legal battle unfolds.

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A federal judge has restored Hampton Dellinger as the head of the U.S. Office of Special Counsel, deeming his firing by the Trump administration unlawful. Dellinger contends that his removal breached federal law, which permits dismissal only under certain conditions. This ruling halts any potential replacement while the legal battle unfolds.