A federal judge said Saturday she plans to name former U.S. Attorney Jessie Liu to investigate the government's conduct. The question is whether officials misled her in a lawsuit over a Washington golf course renovation.
Why it matters: Reyes wants to know if officials lied about the scope of renovation plans and the tree removal. Early in the case, she had denied plaintiffs' motions, saying she trusted government attorneys.
Center coverage, 9 sources: The center presents a procedural step in a preservation lawsuit, focused on the court's questions about government candor.
Left coverage, 8 sources: The left frames the probe as a judge cracking down on Trump's lawyers, run by a prosecutor Trump himself sidelined over loyalty.
What’s next: Written responses on Liu's appointment are due by 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13. A court hearing follows that day.
