Court ruling on President Trump's power to fire members of independent agencies

The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in favor of President Trump's ability to fire Democratic members of independent agencies, stating that restrictions on the president's power to remove officers of the executive branch are unconstitutional. This ruling has significant implications for future legal challenges and the autonomy of independent agencies.

President Trump's Challenge to Independent Agencies

President Trump seeks to expand his power by challenging the independence of regulatory agencies, with his budget director rejecting the notion of independent agencies. Legal historian explains the history and importance of independent agencies in the US government.