President Trump has dismissed two Democratic commissioners from the Federal Trade Commission, igniting controversy over lawful presidential authority. The commissioners, Alvaro Bedoya and Rebecca Slaughter, were not due to leave until 2026 and 2029, respectively. Bedoya has publicly denounced the action, claiming it's a blatant act of corruption and pledging to sue for his position. This firing contradicts a 1933 Supreme Court ruling which affirmed that commissioners cannot be dismissed simply for policy disagreements. The incident emphasizes ongoing tensions between Trump and federal agencies, with this case potentially adding to a series of legal challenges surrounding his presidency.
President Trump’s firing of FTC Commissioners Alvaro Bedoya and Rebecca Slaughter raises significant legal and constitutional questions, especially regarding the president's authority to dismiss board members.
Alvaro Bedoya has indicated that he will sue to contest his firing, framing the incident as a clear abuse of power amid concerns about FTC integrity.
The terminations contradict Supreme Court precedent from Humphrey’s Executor v. U.S., reinforcing the limitations on presidential power to remove regulatory agency members.
Bedoya accused Trump of aiming to direct the FTC for personal gain, claiming he intends to transform it into a tool for his allies in business.
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