Donald Trump's recent dismissal of Gwynne Wilcox from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has significantly weakened the agency, leaving it without a quorum to make decisions. Wilcox, who described her removal as unprecedented and illegal, plans to contest her termination, which violates established Supreme Court precedent. The NLRB now operates with only two members, impacting its ability to function effectively. Additionally, general counsel Jennifer Abruzzo was also dismissed, further complicating the agency's operations. The incident raises concerns regarding executive powers over board members during transitions between presidential administrations.
I will be pursuing all legal avenues to challenge my removal, which violates long-standing Supreme Court precedent. My unprecedented and illegal removal will have lasting effects.
Throughout my time at the NLRB, I've worked well with my colleagues and the dedicated career staff who uphold the mission of the Agency.
The NLRB accomplished so much through our robust education, protection, and enforcement efforts, even as we were challenged constitutionally by corporations such as SpaceX and Amazon.
The National Labor Relations Act authorizes the president to remove board members only under narrow circumstances, which traditionally allows members to serve their full terms.
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