Just How Unbounded Will Trump’s Power Be? Courts Get Closer To Weighing In

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As President Trump continues to test the limits of his executive power, several significant court rulings that will determine the success of his efforts are nearing completion. A case heard in the D.C. District Court on Friday revolves around Trump’s dismissal of independent agency board members who have job protections. The administration seeks to escalate the case to the Supreme Court, hoping that conservative justices will overturn Humphrey’s Executor and eliminate these protections, potentially allowing Trump supporters to lead various executive branch agencies, including the Federal Reserve.

Another case, heard by the Supreme Court on Thursday, focused on the ability of judges to issue universal injunctions, which could impact Trump’s birthright citizenship executive order. If Trump prevails in this case, it could limit the ability of courts to block his actions.

Over the weekend, Hunter Walker uncovered a blog from Trump administration State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce, written in the early 2000s and narrated from the perspective of her family pets. Emine Yücel delves into the discord among House Republicans over Trump’s budget bill, while Josh Kovensky explores the legal concept of constructive custody in relation to efforts to secure the return of individuals detained in El Salvador by the administration.

Stay tuned for more updates. 🐾