The Department of Justice has signaled its intention to petition the Supreme Court to overturn a 1935 legal precedent concerning the authority of the President to remove commissioners from independent agencies. Established in a case that restricted this power to instances of inefficiency, neglect, or malfeasance, the precedent has been a crucial part of the constitutional balance of power among federal branches. This potential challenge could significantly affect the governance of independent agencies and the overall separation of powers in the U.S. government.
The Department of Justice intends to ask the Supreme Court to overturn a 1935 precedent that limits presidential authority over independent agency commissioners.
This challenge relates to the case that permitted Congress to restrict a president's ability to dismiss independent agency officials only under specific circumstances.
The established 1935 precedent represents a significant limitation on presidential power and has implications for the functioning of independent agencies.
The Supreme Court's potential decision on this matter could redefine the balance of power between Congress, the presidency, and independent agencies.
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