Supreme Court Weighs Giving President More Agency Power
Update: 2025-12-08
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The United States Supreme Court is considering a shift in power dynamics, potentially granting the president more control over federal agencies. This could reverse a 90-year-old rule, allowing the president to fire leaders of independent agencies, even if laws protect them from removal without cause. The case involves former President Donald Trump and Federal Trade Commissioner Rebecca Kelly Slaughter. If the court sides with Trump, it could impact agencies handling labor, consumer safety, transportation, and employment discrimination. The courts liberal justices oppose this move, while conservative justices argue for Congress to create agencies accountable to the president. Another case next month involves Trumps attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, further highlighting the debate on presidential control over government bodies.
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