Supreme Court expands presidential power to fire agency leaders
The US Supreme Court has made a ruling that broadens the authority of the president to dismiss heads of certain independent agencies. However, the court has maintained protections for the Federal Reserve. (sources: dw, theguardian, ft, france24, axios)
The Supreme Court reversed a long-standing precedent that limited presidential power to remove agency leaders while ruling that the president cannot fire a Federal Reserve governor, thus preserving the central bank's independence.
- The court's decision overturned a 1935 precedent regarding presidential removal powers.
- The ruling allows the president to fire leaders of some independent agencies.
- The court specifically ruled that the president cannot dismiss Fed Governor Lisa Cook.
Why it matters
This ruling impacts the balance of power between the presidency and independent agencies in the US government.
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