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Justice Jackson Champions Agency Independence in Trump v. Slaughter
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Story summary
- Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson defended federal agency independence during oral arguments in Trump v. Slaughter.
- The case concerns a law limiting the president's power to remove FTC members.
- Jackson argued expertise should guide decisions in transportation and economics.
- Critics question her reliance on appointee Rebecca Slaughter (FTC member), who lacks advanced degrees.
- Jackson emphasized congressional oversight to prevent overreach, citing historical concerns about monarchy.