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Supreme Court Backs Trump in FTC Commissioner Removal

9/8/2025

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The Supreme Court permitted President Trump to temporarily remove FTC Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter, challenging a 1935 precedent.
Chief Justice John Roberts issued a stay on a lower court's ruling that reinstated Slaughter.
The Trump administration claims the FTC's evolving role justifies expanded presidential removal authority.
Slaughter's removal aligns with Trump's strategy to dismiss independent agency members.
Recent Court decisions suggest a trend toward increased presidential control over independent agencies.

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The Supreme Court permitted President Trump to temporarily remove FTC Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter, challenging a 1935 precedent.
Chief Justice John Roberts issued a stay on a lower court's ruling that reinstated Slaughter.
The Trump administration claims the FTC's evolving role justifies expanded presidential removal authority.
Slaughter's removal aligns with Trump's strategy to dismiss independent agency members.
Recent Court decisions suggest a trend toward increased presidential control over independent agencies.