Supreme Court Expands Presidential Firing Power Over Independent Agencies, Upholds Fed Independence
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Ann E. Marimow
Summary
The Supreme Court issued twin rulings that both expand and limit presidential power over independent agencies. The Court ruled that President Trump can fire leaders of most independent regulatory agencies at will, significantly expanding executive authority over bodies traditionally insulated from political control. However, the Court also affirmed the Federal Reserve's independence, ruling that its leaders cannot be fired without cause, thus preventing the removal of Fed Governor Lisa Cook. The decision has broad implications for over two dozen federal agencies.
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bskySupreme Court Expands Presidential Firing Power Over Independent Agencies, Upholds Fed Independencenytimes.comKey quotes
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The Supreme Court affirmed the Fed's independence and said its leaders could not be fired at will
The Supreme Court ruling has implications for more than two dozen agencies that have traditionally been insulated from presidential control
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