Federal Judge Dismisses Peter Strzok's Lawsuit Over FBI Firing

A federal judge dismissed Peter Strzok's 2019 lawsuit, which alleged his 2018 firing from the FBI was illegal retaliation for texts criticizing President Trump.

Judge Amy Berman Jackson ruled that Strzok's legal team failed to prove his First Amendment rights were violated by his dismissal from the FBI.

Strzok's attorneys contended he was fired to appease President Trump, who was reportedly angered by texts sent during the 2016 campaign-Russia investigation.

FBI Deputy Director David Bowdich ultimately canceled a prior agreement for Strzok's demotion and suspension, proceeding instead with his termination.

The judge also rejected Strzok's assertion of a binding deal with the FBI that would have resulted in a lesser disciplinary action than outright dismissal.