President Trump’s termination of NLRB Board Member Gwynne Wilcox raised questions about the legality of such a dismissal. Wilcox challenged her termination in court, claiming it violated the National Labor Relations Act. Judge Berly A. Howell ruled in her favor, stating that her dismissal was unlawful and reinstating her as a Board member. This decision restores the NLRB's quorum, permitting it to function again. Trump is expected to appeal this ruling, potentially bringing the case before the Supreme Court to address issues related to the removal of government officials.
President Trump terminated NLRB Board Member Gwynne Wilcox, causing legal uncertainty around the President's authority to dismiss board members, leading to a lawsuit.
Judge Howell ruled that Wilcox's termination was unlawful, declaring that only neglect or malfeasance warrants removal of a Board member under the National Labor Relations Act.
Wilcox's reinstatement restores the NLRB's quorum, allowing it to resume its functions, while Trump plans to appeal Howell's decision in the District of Columbia.
This case may escalate to the United States Supreme Court, potentially influencing future cases of dismissed government officials under the Humphrey's Executor precedent.
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