Ellen Weintraub, a Democratic member of the Federal Election Commission (FEC), revealed that President Trump has sent her a letter attempting to remove her from her position. Weintraub stated this method is illegal, emphasizing that proper channels exist to replace commissioners. Former FEC chair Trevor Potter criticized Trump’s move as unlawful and pointed out that it undermines the commission's independence. The timing is notable, as the FEC is set to address complaints related to Trump's 2024 campaign, raising concerns over political pressures affecting enforcement of campaign finance law.
There's a legal way to replace FEC commissioners-this isn't it; I've been fortunate to serve the American people and stir up some good trouble along the way.
Trump is free to nominate multiple new commissioners and to allow Congress to perform its constitutional role of advice and consent.
It's contrary to law that he has instead opted to claim to 'fire' a single Democratic commissioner who has been an outspoken critic of the president.
This attempted firing comes at a time when the FEC is expected to consider complaints against Trump's 2024 campaign.
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