Summary
The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing a case that could change how much power President Trump has to remove certain government officials. This case challenges a 1935 decision that says the president can't fire the heads of independent agencies without a reason.
Key Facts
- The Supreme Court is reviewing a case related to presidential power over independent agencies.
- Chief Justice John Roberts leads a conservative majority in the court.
- The case could overturn a 1935 decision known as Humphrey’s Executor.
- President Trump has been allowed to fire various government officials during his second term.
- The case involves FTC official Rebecca Slaughter, whom Trump wants to remove.
- Some officials, like Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve, have not been removed.
- The legal term "unitary executive" refers to an expansive view of presidential power.
- The court's decision could impact how presidents interact with independent federal agencies.
