Breaking News: Supreme Court Set to Decide Landmark Ruling on Presidential Powers
The US Supreme Court is set to hear a landmark case that could vastly expand presidential powers, potentially reshaping the balance of power between Congress and the president. The case, set to be heard on Monday, revolves around the firing of Rebecca Kelly Slaughter, a Democratic appointee to the Federal Trade Commission.
Slaughter was appointed by President Trump in 2018 to fill a Democratic seat on the FTC, and her term was set to end in 2029. However, in March, she received an email from the White House Office of Presidential Personnel informing her that she was being removed from office, effective immediately.
The case has significant implications for the independence of independent agencies and a 90-year-old precedent that has long governed the relationship between the president and Congress. If the Supreme Court rules in favor of the president, it could lead to a major shift in the balance of power.
The Supreme Court will hear arguments in the case on Monday, and a decision is expected in the coming months. The outcome of this case will have far-reaching implications for the country and could potentially reshape the way the executive branch operates.
This is a developing story, and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
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