US attorney Bharara is fired after rejecting Sessions' step-down request
An outspoken Manhattan federal prosecutor known for fighting public corruption was fired Saturday afternoon.
U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara tweeted that he "did not resign" and added, "Moments ago, I was fired. Being the US Attorney in SDNY will forever be the greatest honor of my professional life." -- More....
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