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Supreme Court Overturns Humphrey
In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court upholds the firing, overruling the 91-year precedent and expanding presidential removal power.
Lower Court Rules Firing Unlawful
A lower federal court rules the firing unlawful under Humphrey's Executor, reinstating Slaughter.
Slaughter Fired Without Cause
President Trump fires Slaughter, stating her continued service is inconsistent with administration priorities.
Slaughter Appointed
Rebecca Kelly Slaughter is appointed to the FTC by President Trump to fill a Democratic seat.
Humphrey's Executor Decided
Supreme Court unanimously upholds for-cause removal protections for FTC commissioners, distinguishing quasi-legislative and quasi-judicial roles.
FTC Created
Congress establishes the Federal Trade Commission with commissioners removable only for inefficiency, neglect, or malfeasance.
A constitutional analysis of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Humphrey's Executor, ending for-cause removal protections for independent agency heads and adopting a strong unitary executive theory. The ruling fundamentally shifts administrative law and separation of powers.
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