Supreme Court Rules President Can Fire FTC Commissioner Without Cause
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Donald Trump had the authority to fire Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter without cause. The decision expands presidential power by allowing removal of members from independent agencies, overturning a longstanding precedent known as 'Humphrey's Executor.' This ruling could significantly impact executive oversight and agency independence.
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