"Trump Seeks Total Economic Control: Supreme Court Showdown Looms"

President Trump Seeks Unprecedented Control Over US Economy in Supreme Court Bid In a move that could fundamentally alter the balance of power in the US economy, President Donald Trump has petitioned the Supreme Court to grant him unprecedented control over fiscal and monetary policy, potentially allowing him to dictate key economic decisions without congressional oversight or judicial review. According to Vox, this bid for expanded executive authority could reshape the country's economic governance structure, with significant consequences for businesses, investors, and policymakers alike. The cases, which include challenges to Trump's tariffs, are currently pending before the Supreme Court, with two of them already being reviewed by the justices. In a trio of filings, Trump's lawyers argue that the president has the authority to make key economic decisions without needing approval from Congress or the courts. This move is seen as an attempt to consolidate power in the executive branch and undermine the separation of powers enshrined in the US Constitution. According to Ian Millhiser, senior correspondent at Vox, this could be the most consequential period for US constitutional law since the Roosevelt administration. "The next few months could see a fundamental shift in the balance of power between the branches of government," Millhiser said. "If the Supreme Court grants Trump's request, it would give the president unprecedented control over the economy and potentially set a precedent that undermines the Constitution." The implications of this move are far-reaching and could have significant consequences for businesses, investors, and policymakers alike. According to experts, granting Trump total control over the US economy could lead to a concentration of power in the executive branch, undermining the checks and balances designed by the Founding Fathers. "This is a classic case of an overreach by the executive branch," said Dr. Jeffrey Rosen, a constitutional law expert at Georgetown University. "The Constitution was designed to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful, but Trump's bid for control could fundamentally alter that balance." If successful, Trump's bid for expanded executive authority would give him the power to dictate key economic decisions without needing approval from Congress or the courts. This could include setting tariffs, regulating trade agreements, and making other key economic decisions. The Supreme Court is expected to hear oral arguments in the cases soon, with a decision likely to be made by the end of the year. According to sources close to the court, the justices are divided on the issue, with some arguing that Trump's request is constitutional and others believing it would set a precedent that undermines the Constitution. The outcome of this case will have significant implications for the US economy and the balance of power between the branches of government. As one expert noted, "This is a momentous decision that could fundamentally alter the course of American history." This story was compiled from reports by Vox and Vox.