DEVELOPING: Appeals Court Upholds Trump's Firing of Independent Agency Heads

Breaking News: Appeals Court Upholds Trump's Firing of Independent Agency Heads A panel of judges at the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that President Trump acted lawfully in firing two members of independent agencies, despite federal laws that hold they can only be fired for cause. The decision comes in a 2-to-1 ruling, with the court upholding the firings of Cathy Harris, a Democratic member of the Merit Systems Protection Board, and Gwynne Wilcox, a Democratic member of the National Labor Relations Board. The firings occurred early this year, with Trump citing no permissible reason, such as neglect of duty or malfeasance in office. The ruling has significant implications, as it sets a precedent for the treatment of independent agency heads. The Merit Systems Protection Board hears federal employees' appeals of personnel actions, while the National Labor Relations Board is responsible for enforcing labor laws. The firings of Harris and Wilcox were seen as a significant departure from established precedent. The ruling comes as the Supreme Court prepares to hear arguments in a similar case on Monday. The decision is likely to have far-reaching implications for the independence of these agencies and the power of the executive branch. This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.