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Fired Government Watchdogs Sue Trump Admin for Reinstatement

Eight inspectors general allege their recent terminations were illegal.
Fired Government Watchdogs Sue Trump Admin for Reinstatement
President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office on Feb. 11, 2025. Kevin Lamarque/Reuters
Samantha Flom
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Eight inspectors general fired by the Trump administration are suing to have their jobs restored.

A lawsuit filed on Feb. 12 in Washington asks a federal judge to recognize the dismissals as unlawful and reinstate the independent watchdogs to their respective offices.
Samantha Flom
Samantha Flom
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Samantha Flom is a reporter for The Epoch Times covering U.S. politics and news. A graduate of Syracuse University, she has a background in journalism and nonprofit communications. Contact her at [email protected].