A federal judge today ordered a former aide to Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales to testify in Congress about the firings of U.S. attorneys, granting her limited immunity from prosecution so she can tell lawmakers what she knows.

Under the order from U.S. District Chief Judge Thomas F. Hogan of the District of Columbia, Monica M. Goodling “may not refuse to testify, and may not refuse to provide other information” if asked by Congress.

The ruling clears the way for Goodling’s testimony before the House Judiciary Committee on the dismissal of nine U.S. attorneys last year, which has sparked a furor in Congress. The committee extended the offer of immunity in response to Goodling’s refusal to testify or answer questions from congressional investigators.

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