Catherwood LibraryILR School

In a landmark 6–3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that presidents may remove leaders of most independent federal agencies without cause, overturning nearly 90 years of legal precedent. The case stemmed from President Trump's dismissal of Federal Trade Commission Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter and is expected to significantly increase presidential control over agencies such as the FTC and the National Labor Relations Board. Labor unions, legal scholars, and advocacy groups criticized the ruling, arguing that it weakens the independence of agencies responsible for protecting workers and consumers. The decision could have lasting implications for labor policy and the balance of power within the federal government.