Supreme Court grants Trump power to fire agency chiefs, alters precedent
On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court granted Donald Trump the power to fire agency chiefs, overturning a 90-year precedent. Critics, including Georgetown Law professor Stephen Vladeck, warn this ruling endangers democratic norms by introducing a 'loyalty test' for independent agencies. The decision is viewed as granting future presidents unprecedented control over critical government functions.
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Published 29 Jun 2026, 17:13 UTC · Updated 29 Jun 2026, 17:30 UTC
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