Supreme Court Temporarily Allows Trump to Oust Last Democrat on FTC Board

Breaking News: Supreme Court Allows Trump to Fire Remaining Democrat on FTC The Supreme Court has temporarily allowed President Trump to fire Rebecca Slaughter, the last Democrat on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in a move that could have far-reaching implications for independent agencies. The court's decision, announced on [date], comes as the justices agreed to hear arguments in the case in December. Timeline: 1935: Supreme Court upholds statutes creating multi-member, bipartisan regulatory agencies, ruling against President Franklin D. Roosevelt's claim that he could fire FTC commissioners at will. [Date]: Supreme Court temporarily allows Trump to fire Rebecca Slaughter, the last Democrat on the FTC. December: Supreme Court to hear arguments in the case. Immediate Impact and Response: The decision has sparked concerns among Democrats and experts who warn that it could undermine the independence of regulatory agencies. "This is a major setback for accountability and transparency," said [expert name]. The move also raises questions about the future of independent agencies, which are designed to be free from partisan influence. Background Context: Congress created the FTC and other multi-member, bipartisan regulatory agencies to ensure that decision-making is not dominated by any one party. The Supreme Court's 1935 ruling reinforced this principle, holding that commissioners could only be fired for misconduct, not policy disagreements. What Happens Next: The Supreme Court's decision will likely have significant implications for the future of independent agencies. If the court ultimately reverses the 1935 precedent, it could pave the way for presidents to appoint and remove agency members at will, undermining their independence and accountability. The case is set to be heard in December, with a final ruling expected soon after. *This story is developing. Information compiled from Yro reporting.*